Education

Sara Ali is a 23-year-old Emirati artist based in Abu Dhabi and a finance graduate from Zayed University, class of 2025. Though her formal education is in finance, her passion for art has been a constant throughout her life. She has always nurtured her creative side alongside her academic journey, treating art not only as a hobby but as a meaningful form of self-expression and personal growth.

Exhibitions & Publications

Over the years, Sara has developed an impressive body of work that reflects her artistic evolution and emotional depth. Her pieces have been showcased in various settings and include works such as Pomegranate Still Life, Jane, and Taxi Driver (all from 2023), as well as her personal rendition of Van Gogh’s Café Terrace at Night. Other notable works include The Warm Hideaway, Portrait of My Grandfather, and Al Gizzlani, along with expressive portraits such as Portrait of Erykah Badu and Portrait of Sheikh Zayed in 2024. Most recently, she completed Layers of Love in 2025, continuing her exploration of identity, culture, and connection.

Artistic Style

For Sara, art is more than just a creative outlet—it’s a deeply therapeutic practice that allows her to translate her thoughts, emotions, and inspirations onto canvas. Her work often draws from a blend of personal memories, cultural heritage, and artistic influences ranging from music and film to family stories and public figures. She primarily works with oil and acrylic paints and has also explored sculpture as a medium. Sara’s style is intimate and expressive, with a strong focus on portraying the emotional and cultural layers that shape both her identity and her surroundings.