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The Thursday evening at Lotus Educational Institute’s Block 13 Knowledge Park studio was filled with inspiration and achievement as a significant milestone was celebrated—the graduation ceremony of Ms. Haifa Salama.
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Haifa, a Saudi-born artist, began her artistic journey in her early years, displaying a keen interest in the arts during her school days. Despite working full-time as a Social Worker, she managed to carve out time for her love of drawing and painting. However, the pursuit of her passion faced challenges when she became a mother of two, leading her to temporarily halt her artistic endeavors.
In 2013, when her family moved to Turkey and her kids were older, Haifa decided it was time to reignite her artistic flame. Overcoming the difficulty of regaining her skills after a prolonged break, she delved deep into learning, furthering her artistic prowess. Upon moving to Dubai in 2019, she sought the best-suited art school and found Lotus Educational Institute, where she pursued her style in Impressionism and completed the Portrait Painting Programme.
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It was on the 18th of January when the celebration of Haifa’s graduation took place, attended by over 40 people, including her fellow students and family. The event commenced by the Lotus Chairman, Dr. Zia who gave a short talk about the graduate and provided insight into the Lotus Advanced Training Diploma Programmes in Fine Arts while also emphasizing the ongoing support Lotus does for students even after graduation.
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Haifa then presented her works that were exhibited in the Lotus Painting Studio during the event, themed around the legacy of her family. The ceremony continued with the awarding of a medallion and certificate to Haifa on stage, alongside her mentors, Dr. Neda and Dr. Nazanin. The heartfelt appreciation from the attendees resonated throughout the event.
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Post-ceremony, food and drinks were served, fostering a friendly atmosphere where attendees interacted, shared greetings, and captured memorable moments. This well-organized and memorable event epitomizes Lotus Educational Institute’s commitment to helping students achieve their unique goals and see their creative passions flourish into remarkable outcomes and as we conclude this celebration, it marks the first event of the year of 2024, with the promise of many more enriching experiences ahead for Lotus students.