Maryam Al Balooshi on Ramadan Collaboration with Van Cleef & Arpels
Maryam Al Balooshi, a prominent figure in calligraphy and aviation, has unveiled an innovative artwork titled 'Flowers of Values' in collaboration with Van Cleef & Arpels. This piece, inspired by the essence of Ramadan, conveys 38 community values organized into 12 significant themes such as Love, Togetherness, and Positivity. Supported by the Women’s Creative Network, under the auspices of HH Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Al Balooshi integrates henna artistry with the Frivole flower design. Her work aims to embody unity, hope, and balance amid the challenges of the ongoing pandemic during the holy month.
Key facts
- Maryam Al Balooshi is a calligrapher, author of five books, newspaper columnist, and aviation expert.
- She collaborated with Van Cleef & Arpels on a Ramadan artwork called 'Flowers of Values.'
- The collaboration was initiated through the Women’s Creative Network by the Cultural Office of HH Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
- The artwork started with 38 values, narrowed to 12 after a month of discussions and 20 sketches.
- The 12 values include Love & Happiness, Togetherness & One Community, Caring & Family, Balance & Harmony, Giving & Kindness, Light & Positivity.
- Al Balooshi incorporated the Frivole flower motif from Van Cleef & Arpels, which she associated with childhood henna drawings.
- She worked with Emirati artist Mattar bin Lahes for six years, which influenced her artistic thinking.
- Al Balooshi's aviation career exposed her to over 100 nationalities, shaping her cross-cultural approach.
Entities
Artists
- Maryam Al Balooshi
- Mattar bin Lahes
Institutions
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- Cultural Office of HH Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
- Women’s Creative Network