EDUCATION
Zeina Abdullah
Zeina Arafat holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Sharjah (2024).
Her academic experience shaped her foundation in visual arts, where she began developing her interest in ceramics and exploring emotional narratives through material and form.
EXHIBITIONS
2025 Abu Dhabi Art Fair. RARARES Gallery. Manarat Al Sadiyaat, Abu Dhabi, UAE
2025 Editions Art & Design fair. Dubai Design Week, RARARES Gallery, Dubai, UAE
2025 Elysian Awakening of Powerful Spring, Group show. RARARES Gallery, Dubai, UAE
2025 VOLTA Art Fair, MENA Pavilion, RARARES Gallery. Basel, Switzerland
2025 Habitat, Group show, 3L Gallery, Moscow
Zeina is an Egyptian artist born in 2001 and based in the UAE, She earned a Fine Arts degree from the University of Sharjah in 2024. Her artistic practice focuses on ceramics as her primary medium, exploring themes of loss, memory, and trauma. Through her work, she delves into how complex emotions can be visually represented and processed. Her art is deeply influenced by the rich cultural and historical context of the UAE, aiming to create spaces for reflection and emotional healing.
In addition to her artistic pursuits. She is passionate about inspiring young minds to view art as a tool for emotional expression, resilience, and creativity. Zeina believes art can empower children to explore their own stories, connect with others, and develop a strong sense of self and empathy.