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Mingle

This section highlights various aspects of my creative journey—experiences that have shaped my perspective and approach to ideas. Dance, sculpture, jewelry making, short films, mapping, photography, and illustration have all allowed me to explore different forms of expression, both professionally and personally. These works embody experimentation, curiosity, and resilience, reflecting how design, art, and life intersect. Mingle captures how every unexpected experience has contributed to my growth as a storyteller, designer, and creator.

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Dancing Argentine Tango - since 2011

Over the years, I've developed a deep understanding and love for this passionate dance, which I'm excited to share with you.

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GIS Technology in the Energy & Design Industry

I created visual representations of key data for the oil and gas industry using advanced GIS technology.

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Unraveling Memories

The project seeks to raise awareness and empathy for individuals with Alzheimer's and their families.

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Nazar – The Power of Gaze ​in Gravure

My exploration of gravure opened a new dimension in my creative process—where precision meets unpredictability, and control gives way to texture and emotion.

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Tales of Nile

Each piece is handcrafted, merging beadwork and bold design to carry her spirit forward. Through these earrings, her tales are worn, shared, and cherished.

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From Pattern to Craft

The design journey blends heritage patterns with modern geometry, transitioning from structured dots to handwoven function, celebrating craft as memory and movement.

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Naked Warrior

A sculptural form made of needle-pinned newspaper clay, confronting societal judgment and media distortion. It transforms vulnerability into strength and urges viewers to define their own identity.

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Queens Gambit

This collection blends surrealism, symbolism, and op-art to explore identity, control, and the pressures of perfection through sharp contrasts and hypnotic repetition.

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Photography

My photography blends storytelling with stillness. I approach each frame as a scene to be felt—where composition, light, and everyday objects come together to evoke atmosphere.

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