Sufi Collection II

Sufi Collection IISpiritual Mixed Media Painting The Whirling Dervish dance, also known as the Sema dance, is a sacred and spiritual movement practiced by Sufis. Sema in Turkish means "listening." It is not performed for entertainment, but as a devotional worship. Dervishes spin in circles as a form of active meditation, aiming to reach a state of spiritual ecstasy and union with the divine. Samar Kamel is an acclaimed Egyptian artist, curator, and author who uses her

To sense that what they see is real

a mesmerizing fusion of identities takes center stage

Perched on one of the floral doodles is a dainty dragonfly

Landscape Abstract Acrylic Painting

People in ancient days carved caves to live in these soft rocks

The hues evoke a sense of warmth and renewal

The painting invites viewers to reflect on the beauty found in embracing one's true self

creating a visually captivating backdrop

"Blanket Flowers or Gallardia" as they are called are a species of flowers that are nourished by neglect

where the setting sun bathes the scene in warmth and nostalgia

ethereal quality that imparts a dreamlike ambiance to the composition

I am with you'