FURRAH SYED ART
Explore Furrah’s world of abstract art
My Approach
My approach to creating and sharing abstract art is a very different one. I encourage people to have a multi-sensory experience when engaging with my work. I invite viewers to explore the rich textures of my paintings using their sense of touch; to rotate the pieces to view different perspectives; and observe the colours of my paintings change, not only with each rotation but also with the varying light that shines upon them.
I am a firm believer that abstract art, and art in general, should be inclusive, and not exclusive; this is reflected in my approach.
Upcoming Event
Thames-Side Studios Open Studios Weekend
Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 June 2019, 12-6pm
SAVE THE DATE!
The Thames-side Studios’ annual Open Studios weekend will take place on Sat 15th to Sun 16th June 2019, 12-6pm.
Thames-Side Studios is the largest single-site studio provider in the UK. With over 500 studios it is home to an impressive array of artists, makers and designers and this much anticipated annual event is a unique opportunity to meet them, talk about what they do, and to buy directly from their studios.
Events will include workshops, children’s activities, circus arts, demonstrations and exhibitions during the weekend. Visitors will also be able to take part in a CREATIVE LUCKY DIP!, a project entirely run by studio holders, containing at least one original object or artwork.
Food and drink will be available for purchase on site, and there will be limited parking.
Thames-Side Studios, Harrington Way, Warpsite Road, Royal Borough of Greenwich, London SE18 5NR
Public Transport: Bus 472, 161, 180, 177 | Rail Woolwich Dockyard / Charlton | Tube North Greenwich
Click the button below for more information about this and other events that Furrah has been involved in.
Upcoming Event
Art Retreat in Corfu
11th to 18th September, 2021
Join me in the Greek island of Corfu for an engaging, immersive, and multi-sensory Art Experience at the at the stunningly beautiful and exclusive Courti estate. This week-long retreat will facilitate guests to channel their inner artist and explore their creativity in a multi-sensory way using touch, texture, colour, and energy.
Click the button below to visit the Courti website to learn more about the estate and get a detailed description of the this amazing art retreat.
Selected Works
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ART MEETS POETRY
Unable to get to my studio during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, I wanted to explore how I could still connect with other creatives and engage them in a collaborative project. The concept was quite simple …
– I invite a poet to respond to one of my abstract paintings in the form of a poem
– Reciprocally, I respond to one of their poems in the form of an abstract painting
Click the button below for more information about this exciting project and see which poets I collaborated with
Workshops
MAKING ART ACCESSIBLE TO ALL
Why should Art be only for those who can see? What would it be like for someone to engage with my works using only their sense of touch? Can I use Art to break down cultural & social barriers?
These questions inspired me to devise and develop my ‘Art Appreciation Workshop for the Blind and Visually Impaired’ and led me on a journey to make art accessible for all.
Workshop at the Museum of Contemporary Arts, Sydney, Australia
Testimonials
WHAT ARE MY CLIENTS SAYING?
I am so happy to own one of Furrah Syed’s paintings, which has pride of place in my lounge. The way it reflects the light and gleams is amazing and I often rotate the painting so that I can see it from a new perspective. What is so unique about Furrah’s work is the way that the luscious textures and rich, gleaming colours come together to create a masterpiece. Visitors often say how much they like it and ask me about it. I would like to buy more of Furrah’s work, as her own passion for art really comes through in her paintings and I love the colours and textures she uses. Thank you Furrah!
Furrah Syed is a very enthusiastic and engaging instructor. Her workshop is interesting and provides many discussion points as well as giving the opportunity to be creative. The participants themselves enjoyed the workshop with some being particularly rewarded by the canvas exploration and the colour recognition.
I love the painting with its vibrant use of colours. The textures give the impression of movement, and every time you look at the painting you see something new in it. It is the centrepiece of our home.
Ms. Syed is a committed and experienced artist as well as an excellent facilitator. She has brought new ideas of art appreciation and creation to the people with visual impairment , which was an interesting experience for our participants. All of them enjoyed the workshops and we all look forward to arranging other sessions with Ms. Syed.
We have been the lucky owners of one of Furrahs art pieces since we met whilst living in India in 2006. Although the piece can be hung on all sides, as soon as I saw it I imagined a figure sitting quietly by the side of a lake, peaceful and calm. One of my favourite pictures to look at as it is painted mainly in greens and blues and invokes a lovely uplifting feeling of summer.