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I’m Fatima Nadia Rehman, a Dubai-based Mughal miniature artist and Arabic calligrapher with 17+ years of experience blending heritage research, handmade processes, and contemporary design. I create commissioned calligraphy, miniature-inspired artworks, and public-art concepts—using layered composition, tea wash, handmade paper, and hand-painted details for luxury hospitality and culture-focused clients. I also work as an art educator and have taught Arabic calligraphy and painting across the UAE and Oman, including private sessions for royal-family members in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Alongside my fine-art practice, I’m developing an emerging handmade jewelry practice that translates the rhythm, geometry, and symbolism of Arabic calligraphy and Mughal ornament into wearable forms and watch/jewelry design through material exploration and artisan collaboration.…I’m Fatima Nadia Rehman, a Dubai-based Mughal miniature artist and Arabic calligrapher with 17+ years of experience blending heritage research, handmade processes, and contemporary design. I create commissioned calligraphy, miniature-inspired artworks, and public-art concepts—using layered composition, tea wash, handmade paper, and hand-painted details for luxury hospitality and culture-focused clients. I also work as an art educator and have taught Arabic calligraphy and painting across the UAE and Oman, including private sessions for royal-family members in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Alongside my fine-art practice, I’m developing an emerging handmade jewelry practice that translates the rhythm, geometry, and symbolism of Arabic calligraphy and Mughal ornament into wearable forms and watch/jewelry design through material exploration and artisan collaboration.

Fatima Nadia Rehman

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I’m Fatima Nadia Rehman, a Dubai-based Mughal miniature artist and Arabic calligrapher with 17+ years of experience blending heritage research, handmade processes, and contemporary design. I create commissioned calligraphy, miniature-inspired artworks, and public-art concepts—using layered composition, tea wash, handmade paper, and hand-painted details for luxury hospitality and culture-focused clients. I also work as an art educator and have taught Arabic calligraphy and painting across the UAE and Oman, including private sessions for royal-family members in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Alongside my fine-art practice, I’m developing an emerging handmade jewelry practice that translates the rhythm, geometry, and symbolism of Arabic calligraphy and Mughal ornament into wearable forms and watch/jewelry design through material exploration and artisan collaboration.…I’m Fatima Nadia Rehman, a Dubai-based Mughal miniature artist and Arabic calligrapher with 17+ years of experience blending heritage research, handmade processes, and contemporary design. I create commissioned calligraphy, miniature-inspired artworks, and public-art concepts—using layered composition, tea wash, handmade paper, and hand-painted details for luxury hospitality and culture-focused clients. I also work as an art educator and have taught Arabic calligraphy and painting across the UAE and Oman, including private sessions for royal-family members in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Alongside my fine-art practice, I’m developing an emerging handmade jewelry practice that translates the rhythm, geometry, and symbolism of Arabic calligraphy and Mughal ornament into wearable forms and watch/jewelry design through material exploration and artisan collaboration.

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I’m Fatima Nadia Rehman, a Dubai-based Mughal miniature artist and Arabic calligrapher with 17+ years of experience blending heritage research, handmade processes, and contemporary design. I create commissioned calligraphy, miniature-inspired artworks, and public-art concepts—using layered composition, tea wash, handmade paper, and hand-painted details for luxury hospitality and culture-focused clients.

I also work as an art educator and have taught Arabic calligraphy and painting across the UAE and Oman, including private sessions for royal-family members in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Alongside my fine-art practice, I’m developing an emerging handmade jewelry practice that translates the rhythm, geometry, and symbolism of Arabic calligraphy and Mughal ornament into wearable forms and watch/jewelry design through material exploration and artisan collaboration.

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Emerging Jewelry Design Practice at Dubai, UAE

January 1, 2023 - Present

Develop handmade jewelry concepts inspired by Arabic calligraphy, Mughal miniature traditions, South Asian ornament, and regional cultural heritage. Collaborate with artisans to translate calligraphic line, form, and symbolism into contemporary wearable pieces, supported by material exploration and prototyping with a luxury-craft approach.

Emerging Jewelry Designer (Design Practice) at Self-employed (Dubai, UAE)

January 1, 2023 - Present

Develops handmade jewelry concepts inspired by Arabic calligraphy, Mughal miniature traditions, South Asian ornament, and regional heritage. Translates calligraphic line, form, and symbolism into contemporary wearable jewelry through artisan collaboration, material exploration, prototyping, and luxury craftsmanship.

Art Director (Creative Team) at Royal Office of Sharjah

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022

Contribute to art projects, interiors, cultural programming, and VVIP events for the Royal Office of Sharjah. Participate in luxury and high-jewelry event engagements connected with major international brands (e.g., Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Piaget, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chaumet, Gucci, Chanel).

Art Director, Creative Office at Royal Office of Sharjah

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022

Contributed to art projects, interiors, cultural programming, and VVIP events. Participated in luxury and high-jewelry events and related cultural engagements with major global brands such as Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Piaget, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chaumet, Gucci, and Chanel.

Art Director (Creative Director) at Royal Office of Sharjah

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022

Contributed to art projects, interiors, cultural programming, and VVIP events. Participated in luxury and high-jewelry event engagements connected with brands such as Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Piaget, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chaumet, Gucci, and Chanel.

Independent Artist & Art Educator at Dubai, UAE

January 1, 2009 - Present

Create commissioned Arabic calligraphy, Mughal miniature-inspired artworks, public-art concepts, and bespoke pieces for private collectors, luxury hospitality, and cultural clients. Use handmade and layered techniques including tea wash, handmade paper, acrylic, and hand-painted details. Teach modern Arabic calligraphy and painting through DUCTAC (2008–2018), and provide classes for university students, private clients, and artists across the UAE and Oman. Conduct private art and calligraphy classes for royal-family members in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and has been invited to teach artists of the Diwan of the Royal Court of Oman.

Independent Artist & Art Educator at Self-employed (Dubai, UAE)

January 1, 2009 - Present

Creates commissioned Arabic calligraphy and miniature-inspired artworks, public-art concepts, and bespoke pieces for private collectors, luxury hospitality, and cultural clients. Works with tea wash, handmade paper, acrylic, hand-painted details, and layered calligraphic composition. Teaches modern Arabic calligraphy and painting at DUCTAC (Dubai) and also provides classes for university students, private clients, and artists across the UAE and Oman; has conducted private art and calligraphy classes for royal-family members in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and was invited to teach artists of the Diwan of the Royal Court of Oman.

Education

Mughal Miniatures & Calligraphy (advanced apprenticeship-based study) at National College of Arts, Lahore, Pakistan