Approaching the Quran through art

My works are lyrical, spiritual, figurative, and calligraphic. My paintings reveal stories of unity in diversity, peace and joy, celebration of life, and women and dancing whirling dervishes. Whether in paintings or sculptures, the faceless figures in my work represent the universal oneness of all humanity. My calligraphic work attempts to celebrate the same message of universality spread through verses in Arabic calligraphy and in the poetry of Rumi. Read More

Salma Arastu Studio
Studio Number 34, 2547 8th street, Berkeley, CA 94710
Mobile: 484.554.6035
Email: salma@salmaarastu.com