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I am a multidisciplinary artist and creative entrepreneur based in Dubai, blending fine art, illustration, design, and branding into bespoke creative solutions for individuals, brands, and corporate clients. My practice spans painting, calligraphy, packaging design, corporate gifting, and interior décor, with a focus on creating work that is both visually striking and deeply rooted in storytelling. Drawing on over a decade of international experience across art, design, and education, I collaborate with clients to transform ideas into meaningful visual experiences — whether through commissioned artworks, illustration projects, brand identity projects, or curated creative workshops.
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Multidisciplinary Artist & Illustrator | Branding & Packaging Designer based in Dubai at Himani nu
July 10, 2025 - PresentArt and Design Technology Teacher at Reach British School, Abu Dhabi
August 1, 2023 - PresentTeaching Year 7–8 Art (foundation skills & vocabulary), Year 10 BTEC Art & Design, Year 6–9 Design & Technology (graphics, textiles, digital design). Developed and implemented DT curriculum, established equipped DT classroom, introduced Photoshop software. Led graphics, textiles, and cross-curricular projects, managed DT as a new subject. Provided personalized tutoring for Year 9 & 10 students in Cairo. Directed RBS marketing and graphic design strategy and collaborated with ISP for social media campaigns. Led design of Primary & Secondary Yearbooks and preparing artwork for ILOS Artist 2025 exhibition.
Art Teacher & Homeroom Teacher (Grade 6) at Al Majd Charter School, Abu Dhabi
June 30, 2023 - August 19, 2025Delivered blended curriculum (Art, English, Math, Science) to Grade 6 in 100% Emirati school, adapting to diverse abilities. Designed engaging art lessons and resources tailored to varied learning needs. Led Lunch Art Club (Grades 6–9) and organized termly art competitions. Developed daily activities to foster a calm, focused learning start. Maintained parent communication via school app and managed/uploaded learning resources. Supported school operations through lunch and bus duties ensuring student safety.
Design Technology Teacher at Al Basma British School, Abu Dhabi
August 1, 2022 - August 19, 2025Developed and delivered cross-curricular DT lessons aligned with UK National Curriculum including packaging, product, interior design, textiles. Taught Resistant Materials to Years 10–11, focusing on practical skills and exam prep. Led after-school clubs and provided targeted exam interventions. Adapted lessons for online teaching via Google Classroom during lockdown. Managed assessments, homework, detailed reports, and parental communication. Conducted revision sessions to boost GCSE performance. Taught Moral Education and supported Year 7 pastoral care. Implemented positive behavior systems and ensured student safety.
Graphic Communication and Art Textiles Teacher at Cardinal Newman Catholic School, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
July 1, 2021 - August 19, 2025Delivered Graphics (KS3 & GCSE Eduqas) and Textiles (KS3) lessons integrating practical skills with creative projects. Developed Schemes of Learning for Graphics, Textiles, and Art across KS3–KS4. Led after-school Textiles Club and supported student development through PSHE lessons. Set and assessed homework, providing exam preparation feedback. Maintained parent communication and ensured safety through duties. Adapted teaching for remote learning during COVID-19 lockdowns.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 2) at Bishop Justus Church of England School, London, United Kingdom
July 1, 2020 - August 19, 2025Managed Year 7 tutor group delivering PSHE lessons for personal and social development. Planned and taught Art, Design, and Graphics for Years 7–12 including A-Level Graphics curriculum development. Co-taught Textiles and GCSE Art to enhance collaborative learning. Applied assessment data to tailor lessons and support measurable progress. Maintained consistent parent communication.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 1) at Ark Walworth Academy, London, United Kingdom
December 31, 2019 - August 19, 2025Developed lesson plans for Year 7 Art and Year 8 Textiles. Team taught Year 10 and 11 Photography and Photoshop (Pearson Edexcel Specs). Led afterschool Christmas club and assessments.
Creator and Instructor at Art and Design Studio, Oman
June 30, 2019 - August 19, 2025Organized creative workshops teaching diverse age groups and nationalities. Managed materials sourcing, lesson planning, costing, budgeting, and scheduling. Conducted painting and exhibiting, commissioned artworks, event and ticket management. Conducted international workshops.
Store Manager & Interior Decorator at Inspired, Oman
February 28, 2018 - August 19, 2025Visited furniture fairs to analyse trends for European modern and contemporary home décor, furniture, and accessories. Designed store layout and merchandise planning. Managed import and installation of furniture and accessories. Handled graphic design for marketing and publicity. Client representation and sales including detailed understanding of architectural plans. Created mood, colour and material boards for client proposals. Oversaw installation, pricing, invoicing, and material disposal. Responsible for indoor/outdoor space and exhibition stall design using AutoCAD.
Lead Designer at Cocktail Clothing Company, Oman
June 30, 2016 - August 19, 2025Conducted research and trend analysis for fashion collections. Created mood, theme, and colour boards. Designed silhouettes, toiles, patterns, prints and trims. Sourced fabric and trims, managed fabric dying and garment checks. Designed branding, labels and led photoshoots for social media. Led seasonal collection launches and gathered feedback for improvements.
Textile Designer at Only For You, India
July 31, 2015 - August 19, 2025Shortlisted print styles based on trends and created mood and colour boards. Designed prints using illustration and digital tools. Arranged creative print placements and embroidery designs. Photographed mood, story and designs. Managed weekly design reporting.
Textile Design Intern at Milaaya, India
July 31, 2013 - August 19, 2025Conducted fashion trend analysis and created mood-boards for international clients. Designed high fashion beading embroidery and assisted with swatches, coordinating with beaders. Supported merchandising and artwork for embroidery. Assisted international shipment and garment alteration. Gained experience working with high-fashion houses including Prada, Stella McCartney, Gucci, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton.
Assistant Manager at Tommy Hilfiger Flagship Store, India
April 30, 2012 - August 19, 2025Managed backend stock and customer service. Handled garment alteration, exchange and delivery. Oversaw weekly tagging and retail floor replenishment. Conducted visual merchandising and produced weekly sales reports.
Project Intern at Ontwikkel Corp
July 31, 2010 - August 19, 2025Created graphic artwork using Adobe Suite for TV shows (pre-production). Developed storyboards, assisted in costume sourcing and budget maintenance. Supported director duties including time and calling sheet management.
Design Intern at Ogilvy and Mather
July 31, 2009 - August 19, 2025Conducted market research and created artwork using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Art and Design Technology Teacher at Reach British School, Abu Dhabi
August 1, 2023 - PresentTeaching Year 7–8 Art, Year 10 BTEC Art & Design, and Year 6–9 Design & Technology across graphics, textiles, and digital design. Designed and implemented DT curriculum and established a fully equipped DT classroom. Led cross-curricular projects and managed DT as a new subject. Provided personalized tutoring and directed marketing and graphic design strategy for RBS including social media collaboration. Led design of Primary & Secondary Yearbooks and prepared artwork for ILOS Artist 2025 exhibition.
Art Teacher & Homeroom Teacher (Grade 6) at Al Majd Charter School, Abu Dhabi
June 30, 2023 - August 19, 2025Delivered a blended curriculum including Art, English, Math, and Science to a 100% Emirati Grade 6 classroom. Designed engaging art lessons tailored for varied learning needs, led lunch art club and termly competitions, maintained regular parent communication, and supported school operations through duties ensuring student safety.
Design Technology Teacher at Al Basma British School, Abu Dhabi
August 1, 2022 - August 19, 2025Developed and delivered cross-curricular DT lessons aligned with UK National Curriculum teaching resistant materials, graphics, CAD, paper engineering, and textiles. Led after-school clubs, adapted lessons for online teaching during lockdown, managed assessments and detailed reporting, and supported pastoral care by teaching Moral Education and fostering positive student behavior.
Graphic Communication and Art Textiles Teacher at Cardinal Newman Catholic School, UK
July 31, 2021 - August 19, 2025Delivered KS3 & GCSE Eduqas Graphics and Textiles lessons combining practical skills with creative projects. Developed Schemes of Learning, led after-school textiles club, set and assessed homework, supported exam preparation, and maintained parent communication and student safety.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 2) at Bishop Justus Church of England School, UK
July 1, 2020 - August 19, 2025Managed Year 7 tutor group and delivered PSHE lessons to promote personal and social development. Planned and taught Art, Design, and Graphics for Years 7–12 including A-Level Graphics curriculum. Co-taught Textiles and GCSE Art classes, applied data for tailored lessons, and maintained consistent parent communication.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 1) at Ark Walworth Academy, London, UK
December 31, 2019 - August 19, 2025Developed lesson plans for Year 7 Art and Year 8 Textiles, co-taught Year 10 and 11 Photography and Photoshop classes, and ran afterschool Christmas club. Supported departmental curriculum delivery and student learning.
Creator and Instructor at Art and Design Studio, Oman
June 30, 2019 - August 19, 2025Organized creative workshops teaching various age groups and nationalities, sourced materials, planned lessons, budgeted and scheduled classes, handled painting commissions, managed event ticketing for international workshops, and provided graphic design for advertising and PR.
Store Manager & Interior Decorator at Inspired, Oman
February 28, 2018 - August 19, 2025Managed store operations including design of layout and merchandising, imported and installed furniture and accessories, created mood and materials boards, handled client proposals and pricing, communicated with manufacturers, designed indoor/outdoor exhibition spaces, and supervised installation and cleanup.
Lead Designer at Cocktail Clothing Company, Oman
June 30, 2016 - August 19, 2025Conducted research and trend analysis, created mood and color boards, designed silhouettes, toiles, patterns, and prints for garments, managed fabric sourcing and dyeing, conducted garment checks, created graphic design and branding, and managed seasonal launches and social media photoshoots.
Textile Designer at Only For You, India
July 31, 2015 - August 19, 2025Shortlisted print styles based on trend analysis, created mood boards and photography, designed prints and embroidery patterns, prepared weekly design reports, and used Photoshop and Illustrator in the design process.
Textile Design Intern at Milaaya, India
July 31, 2013 - August 19, 2025Conducted fashion trend analysis, designed mood boards and stories, created embroidery designs and swatches, co-ordinated with beaders, assisted with artwork and shipments, gaining experience working with high-fashion houses including Prada, Stella McCartney, Gucci, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton.
Assistant Manager at Tommy Hilfiger Flagship Store, India
April 30, 2012 - August 19, 2025Managed backend stock, handled customer service, garment alteration, exchange and delivery, performed visual merchandising, weekly sales reporting, and stock replenishment.
Project Intern at Ontwikkel Corp
July 31, 2010 - August 19, 2025Created graphic artwork and storyboards for TV shows, assisted in costume sourcing within budget, maintained schedules and documentation, and supported director duties in reality TV production.
Design Intern at Ogilvy and Mather
July 31, 2009 - August 19, 2025Conducted market research and created visual artwork using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for advertising campaigns.
Art and Design Technology Teacher at Reach British School, Abu Dhabi
August 1, 2023 - PresentTeaching Year 7–8 Art foundation skills and vocabulary, Year 10 BTEC Art & Design, and Year 6–9 Design & Technology covering graphics, textiles, and digital design. Developed DT curriculum, set up classroom, introduced professional design software, and led various cross-curricular projects. Provided one-to-one tutoring and led marketing and graphic design strategies for the school. Managed the design and publication of school yearbooks and prepared artworks for exhibitions.
Art Teacher & Homeroom Teacher (Grade 6) at Al Majd Charter School, Abu Dhabi
June 30, 2023 - August 19, 2025Delivered a blended curriculum in Art, English, Math, and Science in a 100% Emirati school adapting lessons to diverse student abilities. Designed engaging lessons, led art clubs and competitions, fostered positive classroom environments with daily activities, maintained communication with parents, and supported operational school duties ensuring student safety.
Design Technology Teacher at Al Basma British School, Abu Dhabi
August 31, 2022 - August 19, 2025Developed and delivered cross-curricular DT lessons aligned with UK National Curriculum covering packaging, product, interior design, and textiles. Taught Resistant Materials to exam years and led after-school clubs. Managed assessments, homework, and reports with excellent parental communication. Supported pastoral care initiatives and maintained safety during school duties.
Graphic Communication and Art Textiles Teacher at Cardinal Newman Catholic School, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
July 31, 2021 - August 19, 2025Delivered Graphics and Textiles lessons for KS3 and GCSE levels integrating practical skills and creative projects. Developed learning schemes, led after-school clubs, managed homework and assessments, maintained consistent parent communication, and adapted teaching for remote remote learning during COVID-19.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 2) at Bishop Justus Church of England School, London, United Kingdom
July 31, 2020 - August 19, 2025Managed a Year 7 tutor group and delivered PSHE lessons to promote personal and social development. Planned and taught Art, Design, and Graphics including A-Level Graphics curriculum development. Co-taught Textiles and GCSE Art, applying assessment data to tailor lessons and drive student progress with active parent communication.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 1) at Ark Walworth Academy, London, United Kingdom
December 31, 2019 - August 19, 2025Developed lesson plans for Year 7 Art and Year 8 Textiles. Supported Year 10 and 11 Photography and Photoshop classes. Participated in afterschool Christmas club and assessments.
Creator and Instructor at Art and Design Studio, Oman
June 30, 2019 - August 19, 2025Organized creative workshops for various age groups and nationalities including lesson planning, sourcing materials, budgeting, teaching, painting, exhibiting, commissioning artwork and managing events and tickets for international workshops.
Store Manager & Interior Decorator at Inspired, Oman
February 28, 2018 - August 19, 2025Managed store layout, merchandising, and marketing for a furniture and contemporary home décor store. Selected finishes and products based on local and European trends. Handled import, installation, client liaison, pricing, invoicing, project management, and design of indoor and outdoor spaces using AutoCAD. Ensured timely project execution and installation accuracy.
Lead Designer at Cocktail Clothing Company, Oman
June 30, 2016 - August 19, 2025Conducted fashion trend research and designed moods, themes, and color boards. Created silhouettes, made fabric and print decisions, pattern making, coordinating garment construction, labelling, photoshoots, launch preparations, and feedback analysis for seasonal collections.
Textile Designer at Only For You, India
July 31, 2015 - August 19, 2025Shortlisted print styles based on trends, created mood boards, colored print designs, photography for design stories, embroidery design, weekly reporting, and management of embroidery assignments.
Textile Design Intern at Milaaya, India
July 31, 2013 - August 19, 2025Conducted fashion trend analysis, created moodboards and stories for clients, designed beading and embroidery, coordinated with beaders, merchandising, artwork assistance, and worked with luxury fashion houses including Prada, Gucci, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton.
Assistant Manager at Tommy Hilfiger Flagship Store, India
April 30, 2012 - August 19, 2025Handled backend stock management, customer service, garment alteration and exchanges, visual merchandising, tagging/replenishing, and sales reporting.
Project Intern at Ontwikkel Corp
July 31, 2010 - August 19, 2025Created graphic artwork using Adobe suite for TV shows, assisted with storyboard creation, assisted and documented reality TV production, costume sourcing and maintenance of budget, and provided directorial assistance with time management.
Design Intern at Ogilvy and Mather
July 31, 2009 - August 19, 2025Conducted market research and created graphic artworks using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for advertising purposes.
Art and Design Technology Teacher at Reach British School, Abu Dhabi
August 1, 2023 - PresentTaught Art and Design Technology inclusive of Year 7–8 Art, Year 10 BTEC Art & Design, and Years 6–9 Design & Technology. Designed and implemented the Design Technology curriculum and established a fully equipped DT classroom. Led various cross-curricular projects and managed marketing and graphic design strategies in collaboration with international schools. Provided one-to-one tutoring and led yearbook design and artist exhibitions.
Art Teacher & Homeroom Teacher (Grade 6) at Al Majd Charter School, Abu Dhabi
June 30, 2023 - August 19, 2025Delivered blended curriculum for Grade 6 covering Art, English, Math, and Science, adapting lessons for diverse abilities. Designed engaging art lessons and activities, led art clubs and competitions, maintained clear parent communication, managed learning resources, and supported school operations.
Design Technology Teacher at Al Basma British School, Abu Dhabi
August 1, 2022 - August 19, 2025Developed and delivered cross-curricular Design Technology lessons including Resistant Materials, Graphics, CAD, Paper Engineering, and Textiles for various year groups. Led after-school clubs and exam interventions, adapted lessons for online teaching during lockdowns, managed assessments and parental communications, and oversaw pastoral care responsibilities.
Graphic Communication and Art Textiles Teacher at Cardinal Newman Catholic School, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
July 31, 2021 - August 19, 2025Delivered Graphics and Textiles lessons, developed Schemes of Learning across KS3–KS4, led after-school club, set homework, assessed students, maintained parent communication, and adapted teaching for remote learning during COVID-19 lockdown.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 2) at Bishop Justus Church of England School, London, United Kingdom
July 1, 2020 - August 19, 2025Managed Year 7 tutor group, delivered PSHE lessons, taught Art, Design, and Graphics for Years 7–12 including A-Level Graphics curriculum development, co-taught Textiles and GCSE Art, tailored lessons with assessment data, and maintained parent communication to support student success.
Art and Design Teacher (PGCE Placement 1) at Ark Walworth Academy, London, United Kingdom
December 31, 2019 - August 19, 2025Developed lesson plans for KS3 Art and Textiles, team taught Photography and Photoshop for Years 10–11, led afterschool Christmas club, and assisted in assessment development.
Art and Design Studio Instructor at Art and Design Studio, Oman
June 30, 2019 - August 19, 2025Organized creative workshops, taught diverse age groups and nationalities, sourced materials, planned lessons, handled budgeting and scheduling, designed graphics for advertising, managed events, commissioned artwork, and conducted international workshop ticketing.
Store Manager & Interior Decorator at Inspired, Oman
February 1, 2018 - August 19, 2025Managed store layout and merchandising, analyzed furniture trends, chose finishes, imported and installed furniture and accessories, designed marketing graphics, represented clients and sales, created mood/color/material boards, calculated quantities, proposed furniture styles, priced and invoiced projects, communicated with manufacturers, designed indoor/outdoor/exhibition spaces using AutoCAD, ensured detail in installation, and maintained timesheets and site cleanups.
Lead Designer at Cocktail Clothing Company, Oman
June 30, 2016 - August 19, 2025Conducted research and trend analysis, created mood and color boards, designed silhouettes and prints, created toiles and alterations, pattern making, sourced fabric and trims, managed fabric dyeing and cutting, designed branding and graphics, oversaw garment quality and labeling, led photoshoots and seasonal launches, and collected feedback for next collections.
Textile Designer at Only For You, India
July 1, 2015 - August 19, 2025Selected print styles based on trend analysis, created mood and color boards, executed photography for design stories, designed prints and embroidery placements using illustrations and software, and provided weekly design reports.
Textile Design Intern at Milaaya, India
July 1, 2013 - August 19, 2025Analyzed fashion trends and created mood boards for international clients, sourced materials, designed photography and illustrations, coordinated beading embroidery, managed merchandising, artwork assistance, and international shipments while collaborating with high-fashion houses like Prada, Gucci, and Chanel.
Assistant Manager at Tommy Hilfiger Flagship Store, India
April 30, 2012 - August 19, 2025Managed backend stock, customer service, garment alterations and exchanges, floor replenishment, visual merchandising, and produced weekly sales reports.
Project Intern at Ontwikkel Corp
July 1, 2010 - August 19, 2025Created graphic artwork for TV show pre-production, developed storyboards, assisted in production documentation and costume sourcing, maintained budget and schedule, and assisted the director.
Design Intern at Ogilvy and Mather
July 1, 2009 - August 19, 2025Conducted market research and created visual artwork using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Education
B.Sc in Visual Communication at M.O.P Vaishnav College
June 1, 2008 - May 31, 2011Post Graduation in Fashion Design at Pearl Academy
June 1, 2014 - June 30, 2014PGCE at Goldsmiths, University of London
September 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020PGCE in Art and Design (with QTS) at Goldsmiths University of London
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Post Graduate in Fashion Design at Pearl Academy, Jaipur, India
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication at University of Madras
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Passed year 12 (equivalent A-Level) at CBSE board, India
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Passed year 10 (GCSE equivalent) at Anglo Indian board, India
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006PGCE in Art and Design (with QTS) at Goldsmiths University of London
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Post Graduate in Fashion Design at Pearl Academy, Jaipur, India
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication at University of Madras
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011PGCE in Art and Design (with QTS) at Goldsmiths University of London
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Post Graduate in Fashion Design at Pearl Academy, Jaipur, India
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication at University of Madras
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011PGCE in Art and Design (with QTS) at Goldsmiths University of London
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Post Graduate in Fashion Design at Pearl Academy Jaipur, India
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication (First Class) at University of Madras
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011Qualifications
PGCE in Art and Design with QTS
January 1, 2020 - August 19, 2025Professional skills test for Qualified Teacher Status - Numeracy
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025Professional skills test for Qualified Teacher Status - Literacy
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025IELTS Academic
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
July 1, 2020 - August 19, 2025Professional skills test for Qualified Teacher Status
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025IELTS Academic
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with PGCE in Art and Design
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025Dfe Professional Skills Test - Numeracy
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025Dfe Professional Skills Test - Literacy
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025IELTS Academic
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
July 1, 2020 - August 19, 2025DfE Professional skills test - Numeracy
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025DfE Professional skills test - Literacy
January 1, 2019 - August 19, 2025IELTS Academic
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Other
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