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Artistry Workshop Speakers

Shiba Khan

Paperworld Middle East - Shiba Khan

ARTIST & FOUNDER – DIRECTOR, FUNUN ARTS GROUP

Shiba Khan, honored with the UAE Cultural Visa for her contribution towards art as an artist and founder of Funun Arts Group. She is an acclaimed artist known for her abstract expressionism. Utilizing textures and colors, she conveys unique narratives on canvas. Her dedication to the arts extends to conducting workshops and masterclasses, nurturing the next generation of artists. Recognized by leading newspapers and magazines in the UAE, India, and beyond, her award-winning artworks feature in luxury hotels and various private and commercial projects.

Abraham K Samuel

Abraham K Samuel

Architect & Educationist

With 22 years in architectural and interior design education, Abraham have led programs for 9 years, honing his leadership in creative work environments, team collaboration, and program management. He had organized numerous design talks, workshops, and tours, and completed over 120 projects across various sectors, with 20+ in the GCC region.

Amr Wadea

Amr Wadea

Architect & Artist

An architect and artist, his love for art began when he felt the magical power of paint mirroring the hidden beauty of nature, serving as the sound of unuttered words or weaving a well-knit story with just a touch of a brush. His medium of painting is oil, he had participated in many art exhibitions and shared his expertise through masterclasses.

Aslam Noor

Aslam Noor

Multidisciplinary Artist & Painter

Aslam Noor aka Art Noor is a Multidisciplinary Artist and and a painter for over two decades, based in UAE. A Golden Visa holder, his Creative Career has spanned for Four Decades across many countries. He paints in Abstract Expressionistic genre on the subjects like 99 Names of Allah and Rumi's Verses of Love. He has published books on these subjects, and distributed tens of thousands copies globally. He is also known for creating the acclaimed LED shows for Burj Khalifa with his paintings in 2018 & 2019, shown many times daily during the months of Ramadan.

Mussarat Yasmin Abid

Mussarat Yasmin Abid

Artist & Educator

Mussarat Yasmin Abid is an artist and educator, currently serving as the head of the arts department at North American International School, Dubai. Her contributions have been recognized by leading newspapers, and she has been felicitated for her work. Additionally, she has served as an art mentor for the Annual Student Art Show for three consecutive years.

Maryam Ebrahim Taheri

Maryam Ebrahim Taheri

Artist & Civil Engineer

An ambitious artist with a background in civil engineering, currently working as a facilities specialist in corporate, seeks extensive adventure in everything. Conte and pencil drawing provide her with an opportunity to step out of her comfort zone and explore new horizons. Her drawings are a testament to her expanding abilities and a step towards her passion. 

Rafah Abdul Razzak

Rafah Abdul Razzak

Artist & Gallery owner

Rafah Abdulrazzak is a Syrian artist and gallery owner of Reem gallery. She actively challenges herself to improve her art and loves to experiment with contemporary techniques. She has produced various artworks throughout her life consisting of drawing, embroidery, oil painting, acrylic, charcoal, graphite and watercolors, to name a few.

Jivan Hovhannisyan

Jivan Hovhannisyan

Artist & Muralist

An Armenian artist and seasoned muralist with 38 years of experience. Since 2000, he has been transforming various spaces in Dubai—restaurants, homes, and commercial venues—into captivating canvases. His work intricately blends the essence of the city with his artistic vision, bringing spaces to life through vibrant and expressive murals.

Stefania Pomillo

Stefania Pomillo

Artist & Surveyor

An artist and surveyor with a lifelong passion for art. She began creating with her mother as a child and started drawing cartoons at 15. In 2012, she turned to writing and illustrating fairy tales, publishing her first book in 2018. Since moving to Dubai in 2019, Stefania has been fully dedicated to her art, exploring a wide range of techniques and themes, from landscapes to abstract works.