Areej Alsalem

Biography

Introducing Areej Hamad Alsalem, a Kuwaiti artist and student at Kuwait University, majoring in GIS.

Areej has left an indelible mark as the First Kuwaiti woman to secure the 3rd Place among Middle Eastern countries in the Kuwait Competition for Arabic Calligraphy in 2013. Her artistic journey extends beyond accolades, as she actively participates in various local events in Kuwait and has been featured on different TV and radio shows across Kuwait and Gulf countries.

In addition to her artistic pursuits, Areej is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of artists. She imparts her knowledge by teaching calligraphy courses for both adults and children at Coaching Institution, contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Kuwait. Areej Hamad Alsalem embodies passion, skill, and a commitment to advancing the art of Arabic calligraphy.

The Art

The Collection

Designs agreed with the artist, ready for allocation and made to order.

As part of this collaboration with Splendore Unique, the calligrapher approached the art dial as a space for both meaning and reflection. The central challenge lay in selecting words that could resonate universally within such a limited surface, resulting in the phrase “Your time is Gold” — a message that carries a dual interpretation, as it can also be read as “Flitter away time” when reversed. This deliberate ambiguity allows the meaning to shift depending on the viewer’s psychological state, inviting personal connection and introspection. The execution of the dial took four months, underscoring the precision and patience required to work at such a scale. With the aid of laser technology, the intricate calligraphy was rendered with exacting deta…