Fatema Al Mazrouie

Fatema Al Mazrouie stands as a prominent figure in the Emirati art scene.

Biography of Fatema Al Mazrouie

Fatema Al Mazrouie studied Visual Arts and Design at Zayed University. She embarked on her artistic journey at the Salwa Zeidan Gallery in 2008. In the past decade, she has been a consistent participant in numerous gallery group exhibitions, regularly featuring at events such as Abu Dhabi Art and Art Dubai, as well as various international art fairs.

Her artistic prowess garnered attention early on, with her first auctioned painting at Sotheby's in 2010 marking a significant milestone in her career. In 2013, Fatema Al Mazrouie was honored as the gallery's featured Signature artist at Abu Dhabi Art, where her works found a home in prestigious collections such as the Zayed National Museum.

The following year, her talent earned her a coveted spot at the Lepsien Art Foundation residency in Germany, a testament to her growing international recognition. She also showcased her works in renowned exhibitions in London and Paris, solidifying her position as a rising star in the global art scene.

Fatema Al Mazrouie's Art Style

Fatema Al Mazrouie's artworks depict an immersive, multi-dimensional realm where diverse components converge, employing a fusion of textile materials originating from the Emirates in the 1940s and '50s. These traditional elements and motifs, deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the UAE, are largely obsolete in contemporary society. However, when united, they contribute to the creation of captivating artworks.

Originally experimenting with collage, acrylic, calligraphy, and mixed media, Al Mazrouie explored the lives, emotions, and challenges faced by Muslim women. In recent times, her attention has turned inward, addressing her personal history and cultural background, manifested through her unique mixed media collages. Vintage materials, archival photographs, and newspaper clippings are intricately layered atop calligraphy, wood, paper, and stamps. Reflective of the swift accumulation of a diverse, eclectic culture since the nation's inception, this layering technique imbues each piece with echoes of the past and a palpable sense of nostalgia.