About Me

Zainab Abo Hussain is a multidisciplinary visual artist from Saudi Arabia, based in Riyadh. Her practice is fundamentally rooted in Islamic art, which she regards as integral to her identity and a powerful reinforcement of her cultural heritage. She is recognized for her masterful combination of respect for the authenticity of traditional Islamic forms with a contemporary reinterpretation. For Zainab, the structural rules of Islamic art are not constraints but creative solutions that open vast artistic horizons. She champions the historical adoption of advanced technologies by Muslim artists, which informs her seamless blend of tradition with modernity. Certified in disciplines including Islamic Illuminations and Geometric Art, Zainab has participated in notable programs such as the Intermix Residency and exhibited at the Misk Art and Design Market. Her work is a unique reinterpretation of Islamic miniature paintings and illuminations, merging heritage with contemporary approaches.