Multidisciplinary artist with expertise in the mediums of photography, textile installation, and performance poetry + somatics.
Known for fusing traditional wisdom with new age spirituality and reconciling religious diversity.
Recognized by leading members of the Royal family in Saudi Arabia, the Sultan of Brunei, and the ruling Qasimi family of Sharjah.
Seen for her exceptional talents in photography, textile installation, and performance poetry, all infused with a deep understanding of somatics. Her unique artistic expression harmoniously blends traditional wisdom and contemporary spirituality, bridging religious diversity.
Alicia’s career has earned recognition from notable figures, including Saudi Arabia’s Royal families, the Sultan of Brunei, and the ruling Qasimi family of Sharjah. Her artistic journey began in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 2002 and continues to date. Her auxiliary visionary platform, Arabian Jewel, co-founded in 2003, promotes art, culture, and the Artisans of Love. Through captivating exhibitions, she showcases the richness of Arabian heritage and collaborates with artists and organizations to create lasting cultural events and tours in the Kingdom including sacred tours to Mecca and Medina in collaboration with local experts.
As an active freelance artist since 2017, Alicia’s portfolio includes commissioned works for distinguished clients like the Shareef al Hussain family. Her art has graced prestigious venues, including KAUST’s “SACRED WITHIN,” the “Under the Abaya” photography exhibition, and TEDx Arabia. Alicia has received accolades from prominent figures, solidifying her influential status in the art world.
Alicia’s dedication to her craft is unwavering, with a constant pursuit of learning and refinement of her skills. In 2009, she initiated Arabia’s First Online Zawiyya for Spiritual Training and Human Excellence, offering comprehensive training, coaching, workshops, and therapeutic healing circles for holistic well-being and spiritual growth.
Her commitment extends to various training and certification programs, including film and documentary production, leadership, workshop facilitation, poetic therapy, natural birth practitioner certification, and spiritual life coaching. Alicia’s profound insights into spiritual philosophies, religious diversity, and artistic collaboration shine through her commission-based artwork.
Alicia Ali’s art is a testament to her lifelong dedication to celebrating the human experience, inspiring and captivating audiences worldwide.
Exhibits
Feb 2020 KAUST- SACRED WITHIN
June 2020 Saudi Arabia | Under the Abaya photography
May 2020 Saudi Arabia | cinQ | Culture in Quarantine Exhibit “Seeking Consciousness Through the Art of Collective Silence”
March 2021 TEDx Arabia | No Reality But Reality, No Reality But Me
November 2023 Egypt| Workshop and Exhibit: Helwan University of Applied Arts
November 2023- Egypt | The Photographer & Poet Egypt’s Society for Culture & Development | Alicia Ali & Cornelia Kaufmann
December 2023- Saudi Arabia | KAUST | Poetry & Exhibit | Consciousness Series