I've done it! My first poetry collection is finally out there! Wow, it's been an amazing journey, the last few months being full of challenges and obstacles. I've had to lock myself away for long periods of time to get through the final hurdles of giving the book some coherence and form. Thank you to … Continue reading First poetry collection…
Just finished the collection of birds but as I’m looking at them even now, I can’t help thinking there will be more…maybe an eagle or a crow. Will see. I have really enjoyed working with pen and ink. It’s so close to the art of writing - the same level of dexterity, use of muscle … Continue reading Birds
I wanted to study Art at school but it wasn't the done thing in our household to 'waste time on such futile subjects.' So, I guess the creative in me translated herself in poetry. Art was and still is my first love so it wasn't easy, so late in life when I'm almost 50, to … Continue reading Reconnecting with Art after many years.
I was honoured and humbled to have my work accepted for this wonderfully researched and curated event recently. A diverse set of voices: philosophers, artists and poets all under one roof in a stunning and grand period building on the university campus. With the brief in mind, I wanted to create a diverse set of … Continue reading Evil, Hope and Suffering – exhibition at the University of Birmingham.
Nabila Jameel 