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Welcome to my little corner of soulful Musings and nature.
As an artist, I am inspired by the beauty of nostalgia and the timeless emotional resonance that art can evoke. My work is a celebration of life’s quiet moments, reflecting the human experience through serene landscapes, romantic floral compositions, and abstract interpretations of memory and feeling.
Each piece I create is designed to tell a story, inviting viewers to connect deeply and personally with the art. I strive to craft works that resonate emotionally and transform spaces into havens of meaning and warmth.
Rooted in an appreciation for enduring beauty, my creative process balances elegance with a personal touch, steering clear of fleeting trends in favour of classic, heartfelt expression. My art is for those who value introspection, emotional depth, and culturally rich aesthetics—a reflection of their own unique stories and cherished moments.
Side Note
The Transition
For years, my creative journey revolved around painting delicate watercolor flowers, capturing the fluidity and grace of nature. While watercolor remains a cherished part of my artistic repertoire, and I continue to accept commissions and special projects in this medium, I have found my true personal calling in oil painting. You can shop the last of my original watercolour flowers 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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