Wafa El Hilali

ESSENCE

I am a French–Moroccan artist, exploring the dialogue between the visible and the unseen — an alchemy where consciousness, emotion, the elements, of creation and time unite to give life to matter.
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My creations are born from an impulse of connection, expression, and transmutation — a movement through which the unseen takes form in colour, texture, and substance. Each work carries its own vibration, a unique energetic imprint that weaves through all things.

Rooted in the art of creative living and the embrace of the unknown, my practice reflects the fluid space where life and creation merge.
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Every piece becomes a conversation between perception and projection — a threshold where shapes and colours open gateways to both the conscious and the subconscious, inviting an intimate encounter with the self.

MY STORY

Born and raised in France, I discovered art as a secret language. As a child, I would draw lines and shapes that seemed to conceal enigmas — a translation of the unknown, a mysterious truth.

My journey later carried me from France to London, Dubai, and now Morocco (land of my ancestors) — a path that mirrored my inner evolution. Between cultures, landscapes, and silences, I found the freedom to create a path back...

Self taught Artist

2021 UAE Golden Visa for cultural and artistic contribution

2019 Nomination For The Clyde And Co Art Award 2020, Clyde And Co Dubai

2015 Certificate Of Appreciation from His Highness Sheikh Manea Bin Hashr Al Maktoum, Dubai

2015 Professional Art Merit Award Dubai, Gallery 76 Dubai

SOLO ART EXHIBITIONS

2020 “Bovory Fashion Week”, Intercontinental Festival City Dubai

2019 “3D Confineart Exhibition”, Virtual Platform Dubai

2019 “Sweet Art Exhibition”, Mousse Au Chocolat Cafe, City Walk Dubai

2018 "Art At At Kearney" Dubai International Financial Center Dubai

2018 “Art Exhibition”, Roberto’s, Rosewood Hotel, Al Maryah Island, Galleria Mall Abu Dhabi

2018 “More Art” Exhibition, Roda Murooj Dubai

2018 “American Rag Cie”, Dubai Mall, Dubai

2016 “Underwater Solo Art Show Second Edition”, Selva Me Showroom Dubai

2015 "Underwater, First Collection Of Abstract Paintings & Poems” Gallery 76 Dubai


COLLECTIVE ART EXHIBITIONS

2022 “Difc Art Nights”, Gate Village, Dubai International Financial Center Dubai

2022 “World Art Dubai”, World Trade Center Dubai

2021 “Symbolic Expressions”, Sheraton Grand Hotel Szr Dubai

2020 “Dubai Shopping Festival Outdoor Markets”, Burj Park Dubai

2020 “Difc Art Nights”, Gate Village, Dubai International Financial Centre Dubai

2019 “Difc Art Nights”, Gate Village, Dubai International Financial Center Dubai

2019 “Feminine Expressions”, Park Hyatt The Creek (Partner: Aisha Alabbar Art Gallery)

2019 “New Beginnings”, Virtual Art Exhibition With Artezaar Dubai

2019 “Calm Wit...