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.

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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.

  • Joined September 2026

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Other
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services
  • Travel & Hospitality

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Projects · 7

Hotel
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Motion
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Miniatures

Persian Miniatures with pencil

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Painting

Old style border with wooden blocks and hand written Calligraphy

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Work experience· 7 roles

Emerging Jewelry Design Practice · Dubai, UAEJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

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) · Self-employed (Dubai, UAE)Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

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) · Royal Office of SharjahJan 2016 – Jan 2022 · 6 yrs 1 mo

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 · Royal Office of SharjahJan 2016 – Jan 2022 · 6 yrs 1 mo
Art Director (Creative Director) · Royal Office of SharjahJan 2016 – Jan 2022 · 6 yrs 1 mo
Independent Artist & Art Educator · Dubai, UAEJan 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 11 mos
Independent Artist & Art Educator · Self-employed (Dubai, UAE)Jan 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 11 mos

Education· 6

Mughal Miniatures & Calligraphy (advanced apprenticeship-based study) · National College of Arts, Lahore, Pakistan2030 – 2026
Visual Communication (scholarship recipient) · Art Institute of Philadelphia, USA2030 – 2026
Mughal miniatures & calligraphy (advanced study/apprenticeship) · National College of Arts2030 – 2026
Visual Communication (Scholarship recipient) · Art Institute of Philadelphia2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Visual Communication Scholarship (selected from applicants representing 43 countries) — Art Institute of Philadelphia2030 – 2026
Emirates Calligraphy Society membership2030 – 2026

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