Palm Trees & Roots of Resilience

On returning to Iraq after many years away, it was the palm trees that stayed with me — slender, willowy, yet standing tall amid devastation. In these works, the palm trees become a symbol of quiet resilience, echoing the strength of women who endure the traumas of war and displacement. Beneath the veils and shadows, there is unwavering movement, a reminder that life continues even in the face of unspeakable hardship​.

Abu Dhabi, UAE