Throwback to one of our insightful talks on entrepreneurship and art.
“It isn’t just about loving something; you have to be consistent and persistent. You can’t deal with your passion at face value; it has to consume your body and soul, and drive you to keep going even when it isn’t convenient.”
Mariam Gaber is a Product Designer at Speakol. In an extraordinary, inspiring talk, she shared with the team how she discovered her passion for Moroccan art and spirituality, and how she managed to establish a profiting project by exploring the beauty and depth of her newfound interest.
Mariam says, “it all started with my graduation project. I wanted to create an artwork based on “Obet el Gholy” in Egypt; it is an old place that hosts cultural, spiritual, and artistic performances. Through my extensive research, I learned more about Sufism in various countries, which introduced me to Sufism in Morroco and led me to further explore the beauty of Moroccan art. It became the spark that ignited my passion for I instantly fell in love. I was inspired by the beauty and spirituality of Moroccan culture, patterns, and artworks; all my paintings and drawings reflected my fascination.
In 2016, I launched “Roh” which is Arabic for Soul. I started making notebooks and planners using the beautiful and vibrant colors and designs of Moroccan art. The content, however, was spiritual, reflecting divine qualities. A sense of ‘belonging and connection’ developed between me and this form of art, especially after my trip to Morocco. There, I immersed myself into everything Morrocan.
There is a vast international community that shares the same passion and enthusiasm; therefore, I am lucky to learn more and be able to express my passion through art.”
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