MEET SAFIYYAH
I paint flowers so we can all enjoy them a little longer.
Hey there, flower friend
Welcome to my little corner of flowers and art.
Flowers are my way of connecting with myself. They had guided my journey from my uni days, to my time as a teacher, and all the way through motherhood up until today. I’m sure they will continue to guide me as I unearth more of life.
I hope that you find the same connection with yourself through my art.
Buying Art
Not only do I paint in my signature watercolour style, I’m also finding my way in oils. And every so often, I like to dabble in something that piques my interest, whether that’s ceramics, baubles, or any other medium.
These original pieces are only available to my Collector’s Circle, a private membership for collectors of my art. This membership opens twice a year, and you can join the waitlist here.
However, every month I offer my email list a Print of the Month exclusively for them to purchase. I also host two print drops a year: one in March, and one in November. If you would like to be a part of this, you can sign up below.
COMMISSIONS
Wedding bouquets and GARDEN SCENES
Over the years, I’ve done several commissions. I love receiving commission requests. There’s something so special about being able to capture a special moment for someone to look back on over and over again. Whether it’s to mark an occasion, gift to a loved one, or just as a treat to yourself, I’d be happy to paint for you.
“After following Safiyyah for a while on Instagram I knew she was the only person I wanted to create a special piece of artwork to make my sister’s wedding. The whole process was so easy. Safiyyah was open to my ideas and gave useful suggestions to bring them to life. The painting exceeded my expectations. It’s absolutely stunning and it looks even better close up. There is so much detail. My sister cried when I gave it to her. It’ll forever be a beautiful reminder of her wedding day. I’m recommending The Soulful Creative to everyone I know!”
Textiles Designs
Textiles Print for Little Cotton Clothes.
Textiles design print for Buck and Baa
Textiles Print for About Pattern Studio
Textiles Print for Sophie Steller Studio.
Textiles Print for Little Cotton Clothes.
Textiles Print for Fabric Godmother
Iris flower workshop
Iris flower is Newnham college’s flower and when I was asked to do a workshop for them I was honoured as it is also my favourite flower to paint. Newnham College gardens are known for their beautiful Iris variaties and it was such a pleasure painting from the freshly cut Iris flowers. I talked them through a handful of techniques and it was so lovely to see them applying their skills in a loose and expressive way.
CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY NEWNHAM COLLEGE
iRIS PAINTING WORKSHOP FOR THE ILUMNae
Painting WORKSHOPS
"We greatly enjoyed the Iris workshop and marvelled at Safiyah’s skill in mixing such delicate shades. She was a lovely lady and a great find.”
"We especially enjoyed the watercolour painting session with Safiyyah, despite our being complete beginners with very little talent. I have never before studied an iris so closely."
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