About the artist
Hello, and welcome! My name is Mari Jamaleldine Davis, and I’m the owner and artist behind Ahlan Creative Studio. I live in Austin, TX with my partner, two kiddos, and our dog.
Art has always been my true passion. Coloring was my favorite childhood activity, my very first job was working at an art studio, and I went on to study graphic design in college. I worked in corporate for several years, earned an MBA along the way, and gained experience in marketing, business, and tech before deciding to return to my artistic roots and launch this business.
My art is inspired by my lived experiences as a woman and Arab-American. I’m always thrilled when an opportunity allows for me to incorporate a style or motifs that celebrate Arab culture. However, I’m just as comfortable working within your brand guidelines or adapting to whatever style is most appropriate for the project at hand. I can’t wait to bring your vision to life!
About the studio
Ahlan Creative Studio was born out of a desire to use my passion and talents to better the world around me. I see my art and day-to-day interactions with my community as a vehicle for changing hearts and minds.
Breaking negative stereotypes and creating a more positive and welcoming world for people of all backgrounds, but especially the Arab diaspora, is my mission. I believe in this so much it’s even the story behind my company name. You see, “Ahlan” is short for “Ahlan wa Sahlan”, a common Arabic phrase meaning “welcome!”
So, if you believe in making the world a more positive and welcoming place through the power of art, we’ll be a good fit!
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