SubhaanAllah

Mixed media on canvas

2010

Peace and salaams to all.

SubhaanAllah, glory truly is for Allah. He works in ways we cannot even comprehend. But when we see our lives unfold before us, subhaanAllah we truly understand that whatever Allah SWA does is always for the best!

Having returned home from a wedding function where I met many people, relatives and friends I had not seen in a very long time, I sat to contemplate my conversations of the evening. One in particular made me appreciate the good in people and also taught me a few things about sabr, patience. As I was talking to this friend/cousin about our lives, I realised I was actually telling myself , reminding myself how Allah SWA works. It also reminded me I need to practice what I preached and also that whatever life befalls me, there is always someone in a worse off situation than myself. I truly believe we meet people in our lives for reasons only Allah SWA knows. Some friends come and go, some remain by your side till the end, but they were meant to meet you and you were meant to meet them. Allah SWA alone knows the reason why, but as time goes by, He may disclose the reason and you then appreciate His mercy upon you for introducing you to that person. Good friends help you through the most difficult of times, (Thank you Gazala), whilst also helping you celebrate the best of times.

S____m I pray Allah SWA guides your heart and soul towards complete contentment and happiness, and by the side of the one you love and miss. But most importantly I pray He guides you to a status of complete faith in Him and Him alone, to do the very best for you Insha-Allah! Aameen.

Till the next time

Peace and salaams to all

Umm Aisha

MIXED MEDIA (ACRYLIC & BEADS ON CANVAS).

40 X 50 CM.

2010.

Salaams to all,

The glorification of God is one practiced by all faiths and all creatures in the heavens and on earth.

The following are a few quotes from the Bible and the Quran.

“He who speaks from himself seeks his own glory; but He who is seeking the glory of the One who sent Him, He is true, and there is no unrighteousness in Him” (John 7:18).

“Make me know Thy ways, O LORD; teach me Thy paths” (Psalm 25:4).

“Then celebrate with praises the name of thy Lord, the Supreme!” (Quran 56:74)

“Glory to the Lord of the heavens and the earth, the Lord of the Throne (of Authority)! (He is free) from the things they attribute (to him)! (Quran 43:82)
And you shall see the angels encircling the throne exalting with the praise of their Lord. and the matter will be justly decided between them, and it shall be said: ‘praise belongs to Allah, Lord of all the worlds! (Quran 39:75)
God is glorified in order to appreciate Him, show our adoration and respect, show our love and affection, and to gain and reap the rewards of His pleasure.

Till the next time

Peace and salaams to all

Umm Aisha

Hope you all enjoying the break with this masha-Allah gorgeous weather Allah SWA has blessed us with.

I would like to introduce you to the following website, Muslim Women in the Arts. See link below:

http://mwiarts.wordpress.com/artists/

• The Muslim Women In the Arts (MWIA) is a support group for Muslim women artists. Their main objectives are to enhance and promote high quality art and its marketing, to educate the general public about the creativity and talents of Muslim women artists, and to mentor Muslim youth towards the arts.

My profile is in the artists list, check it out!

Till the next time, live, love & remember this sister in your prayers.

Salaams & Peace

Umm Aisha

Salaams to all,

Subhanallah, this year is flying by so quickly. The last time I posted was in the New Year and I cannot believe we are already approaching the end of march.

I pray you have all kept well Insha-Allah.

Recently a competition started calling for artists to submit there work. The successful artists were to have their work on display at CSM Platform Gallery, University of the Arts, London and in two other destinations in the UK.

Link to competition details:

http://www.artisticjihad.com/index/

Apologies for not loading this up sooner but I have, I know, been neglecting my posts on this blog. The competition has now closed but here is the link to the exhibition where you will be able to see the winning artists and their work Insha-Allah:

http://www.facebook.com/artisticjihad#!/event.php?eid=171939286190160

Look forward to seeing you there and the very best of luck to all that entered.

Till the next time

Salaams and peace

Umm Aisha

~Benjamin Franklin~

Salaams & Happy New Year to you all.

I pray you have all kept well during these last couple of months whilst I have failed to update my blog. I have been busy with studies and have also enjoyed the company of my family during this holiday period Alhamdulillah.

I hope to adhere to the above quote and improve on my own personal vices with the help of The Allmighty Insha-Allah. I also wish this new year brings forth blessings of peace and love for us all Insha-Allah.

Till the next time

Peace and salaams to all

Umm Aisha

Allah-Hu-Akbar

Acrylic on canvas

(2 piece set)

Salaams to all,

Pray you are all keeping well Insha-Allah and had a memorable Eid.

The above painting is one that was sold recently in a charity auction to help raise funds for Orphan Charity Week.

The Prophet SAW said, “I and the person who looks after an orphan and provides for him, will be in Paradise like this,” putting his index and middle fingers together.
Sahih Al-Bukhari 8:34

May Allah SWA accept all our efforts and accept the efforts Insha-Allah, of all who help to raise so much money for orphans, during charity week in universities all over the UK.

Till the next time,

Peace and salaams to all,

Umm Aisha

A Ladies Only Pampering and Beauty Event. Students and Artists are coming together to raise money for Orphans and Needy Children across the World!

Sir Alexander Fleming Building,
…Imperial College London,
Exhibition Road,
London SW7 2AZ

Closest tube station: South Kensington

Maps and Directions:
http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/campusinfo/southkensington

**ENTRANCE FEE = £2**

Each year, the event gets bigger and better! Here’s what you can expect on the day:
****FASHION SHOW****
2pm-3pm
**Complimentary mocktails and canapes for all guests**
Tickets: £6.50/£8 for front row/£5 under-16s! LIMITED SEATS! You MUST be on the guestlist in order to guarantee your seat. Please email sns_2010@hotmail.co.uk with your full name and contact number to reserve yours.
*SOUK AREA
Over 15 stalls including clothes, accessories, jewellery and art by  Awakening Art.
*MAKE-UP MASTERCLASS BY RENOWNED PROFESSIONAL
*INDIVIDUAL MAKEOVERS
*PROFESSIONAL HAIRDRESSERS
*HENNA ARTISTS
*MANICURISTS
*THREADING
*PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS
*REFRESHMENTS
* Delicious Arab and Asian food; pastries, cakes, biscuits and drinks available!
**BRING LOTS OF MONEY** [CASH ONLY] Spread the word. Tell your friends. Get even more beautiful for charity. Contact Jana for more details via email jk307@imperial.ac.uk or by phone 07522511267.

Come and meet me there and help raise funds for a worthy cause IA!

Peace and salaam

Umm Aisha

Serpentine Swans 2010 (Watercolour)

There’s a double beauty whenever a swan swims on a lake with her double thereon.

~Thomas Hood~

Peace and salaams to all.

The above painting is one I painted from a photo that I took of the swans at Hyde Park on Serpentine Lake.

Painted on paper with watercolours.

Till the next time,

Peace and salaams

Umm Aisha.

Peace and salaam to all,

I pray you are all keeping well Insha-Allah.

I came across this quote this morning by Mahatma Gandhi and had to share it together with another sunset painting I painted a few weeks ago, a miniture one this time.

The quote went as follows:

When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the creator.
Mohandas Gandhi

I pray your Jumuah went well and that God accepts all our worship Insha-Allah.

Till the next time,

Peace and salaams,

Umm Aisha.

Peace and salaams to all.

Thought I would share this sunset painting I did using oils.

Jumuah mubarak to you all.

Peace and salaam

Umm Aisha.