Layla Husain is a self-taught Bahraini artist who has been creating art for the past 2 decades. Her passion for blending realism and expressionism is reflected in her work, which uses natural elements to create immersive abstract pieces. Layla’s work is described as an intersection of nature and culture, as she combines elements found in the natural world with local and regional cultural influences.
Layla’s creative repertoire includes mixed media such as oil, acrylic, alcohol ink, resin, and different textures. She finds inspiration in her surroundings, incorporating the beauty of the Bahraini landscape into her work. Her pieces reflect her personal experiences and her connection to nature. One of the defining characteristics of Layla’s work is her ability to blend the realistic and the abstract. Her paintings often include realistic depictions of natural objects such as leaves or flowers. Still, these objects are transformed through the use of color and texture into abstract elements that interact with the overall composition.
“My distinctive style incorporates modern, immersive and abstract works with natural components,” says Layla Husain.
Layla’s work is also distinguished by the way in which she incorporates cultural motifs into her paintings. These motifs often take the form of Arabic calligraphy or other elements drawn from the local culture. Layla has participated in several exhibitions in Bahrain and abroad. In 2023, her work will be featured in the Paris Expo art3f. She has also held solo exhibitions, including the 2021 AMWAJ Solo Exhibition and the Taaluf Exhibition. Her work has been featured in several publications and media outlets, including GDN, Al Ayam, and News of Bahrain. In addition to her artistic pursuits, Layla holds a BSc in Business Informatics, an International Diploma in Business from AMA University, and a National Diploma in Business from Cambridge University. She is a member of the Bahrain Arts Society and the Women’s International Club of Bahrain.
Layla Husain’s unique perspective and artistic talent have earned her recognition and appreciation both locally and internationally. Her work reflects her passion for nature and culture, and she continues to inspire others with her creativity and dedication to her craft. In her paintings, Layla invites us to see the natural world in a new way, where the boundaries between realism and abstraction, and between nature and culture, can be transcended.