Now this is a really exposing blog entry. Since arriving in Al Ain Cheryl has found some paints and some paper and she has combined them with some photography and the assistance of a great framer and she is now exhibiting her art in the second bedroom.
The photos that inspired these paintings are from the mosque around the corner which has taken our fancy and proven to be nice inspiration. The artwork is an interpretation of some of the photos. It is colourful and picks up on the patterns of Arabia – the mosaics, the hanging lanterns, the keyhole windows, the domes, the star emblem and wrought iron work.
All offers for purchase will be considered, however I really doubt Cheryl will part with them – they will hang in Australia as original souvenirs of our time here, memories of Al Ain.
Cheryl, I'd imagine that you might have a little side business there. It's so hard to find anything unique in the souks, and so many people end up running out of cool gifts for home after the first year (except for gold, of course). Personally, if I could take one home, as a gift or as a piece of the UAE, I would!
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Cheryl, you're very talented. I love the paintings. And I'd love to see more pics :)
Not only is the fairy princess well cared for being head of her handsome sheik's harem, she is also very talented. A true indication to her standing within and the devotion of her sheik.
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