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School of Ornate Fish Underwater - shown to scale
Salma Sheikh

School of Ornate Fish Underwater, 2023

Estimated price$700 – $1,300

Acrylic On Canvas

75 × 100 cm | 29.5 × 39.4 in

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About the work

A lively school of stylised fish glides through turquoise water, their bodies filled with intricate arabesque floral patterns set against bold stripes of orange, red, and yellow. Rising bubbles and a textured aquatic background add depth and movement to this vibrant, decorative composition.

Salma Sheikh (Saudi Arabia).

Acrylic On Canvas, 100 × 75 cm, 2023.

Part of the permanent collection of the Hindiyeh Museum of Arts, Jordan. One of a kind.

Medium
Size
75 × 100 cm | 29.5 × 39.4 in
Year
2023
Rarity
Unique
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Colours
Blue, Orange, Yellow
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Salma Sheikh — Acrylic On Canvas, 100 × 75 cm (representative image)
Salma Sheikh

Saudi Arabia

Salma Ali Al-Sheikh is a Saudi Arabian artist from Al-Ahsa, known for her work in painting and natural leather engraving. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics Education from King Faisal University, graduating with first-class honors. Al-Sheikh has participated in numerous group exhibitions and symposiums both domestically and internationally, showcasing her expressive and impressionistic style that often highlights traditional and folkloric themes. She has also conducted various workshops and training sessions in the field of fine arts.

In addition to her artistic endeavors, Al-Sheikh has held significant roles in the art community, including serving as the head of the Fine Arts and Arabic Calligraphy Committee at the Al-Ahsa Society for Culture and Arts. Her contributions have been recognized with multiple awards and certificates at both local and international levels. Notably, she received the Acquisition Award at the Fourth Ambassador Competition and had her work acquired by the Saudi Cultural Attaché in Britain. Al-Sheikh has also organized several solo exhibitions, such as "Tradiations" at the Janadriyah Festival, "Dimensions" at Atelier Art, and "Reflections" at Lulu Mall in Al-Ahsa.

Al-Sheikh's artistic journey began in childhood, where she developed a passion for drawing and painting. Over the years, she has honed her skills through continuous practice, experimentation, and participation in over 100 courses across various fields, including self-development and professional and artistic domains. Her dedication to preserving and promoting Saudi heritage through her art has made her a prominent figure in the country's contemporary art scene.

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