b. 1963, Muharraq, Bahrain; lives and works in Bahrain

Aysha Hafuz is inspired by the color white and its symbolic representation of higher ideals such as love and peace, and a world where forgiveness reigns. Her art serves as a poignant expression of her opposition to war, murder, and hatred.

Originally created in 2021 and reproduced in 2023, The Dilmunian Family, made of white clay, unveils multiple facets of Dilmun family life, and their religious, economic, social, and cultural existence across different environments. Comprising three distinct yet interconnected pieces, the artwork symbolizes the close-knit family clans of the Dilmun people whose connection transcends mere spatial proximity, emphasizing their spiritual kinship and intimate relations. The circular and cylindrical shapes of the kinship settlements reflect the ideas of perfection, immortality, and the infinite continuity of life in Dilmun civilization—a civilization that left a lasting historical legacy thanks to its vital role in ancient trade and cultural exchange in the region and beyond.

Hafuz has exhibited her work in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, both through group shows and solo exhibitions, since 2004.