Between worlds

Anum Farooq is an award winning autodidactic artist, and an alumna of Imperial College London. An internationally published artist, global educator and mentor, Anum is fond of the creative links between the Sciences and the Arts. Anum’s art relates to exploring, dreaming and discovering the world around us, educating ourselves with inner insights enlightened with natural perspectives, to enable a holistic art experience. The insight between nature, faith and humanity is a life-long discovery. Our perceptions of the natural world and our role within it, are interesting concepts to explore. 

Anum’s artwork is displayed on dedicated art channels and streamed across major platforms including Apple TV Plus, Samsung TV Plus, VIZIO, ViX, Google Play, Xumo and LG TV amongst others as a Loupe Artist.   She has been awarded the 2023 Artistic Excellence Award from the Circle Foundation for the Arts in Greece, as well as the RAK Fine Arts Festival 2023 Poetry Award in the UAE. In 2022, Anum was longlisted for Digital Innovation in Art Award and was a participant in the Noon Arts Award exhibition. 

Anum has exhibited her artwork in Lacuna International Contemporary Arts Festival with her poem 'Reflect' exhibited in the RAK Heritage Village, as well as her artwork being showcased internationally from England, Italy, Canary Islands, Finland, West Africa, Canada Georgia, Turkey, Germany and USA amongst others. Anum has been interviewed for publications in culture capitals such as Venice, Hong Kong and London. 

Anum also regularly hosts art and wellness podcasts titled ‘An Odyssey with Anum Farooq’ which is globally released on Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeart Radio and Samsung and Google Podcasts.

Anum is represented by prominent art organisations such as ArtCan UK, Studio Montclair USA, OutsideIn UK and Loupe. She is a member of Creatives for Climates, and has also collaborated with UneARTh Art Society to work on artwork through the lens of ecology via an international artists collective.

As an artist, Anum  has a keen understanding of colour and how it can be used to convey emotion and meaning in her artwork. Her use of colour is both bold and thoughtful, with each hue carefully chosen to meaningfully reflect the overall impact of her pieces.

Anum's artwork features a wide range of colours, from vibrant and bold to muted and subdued.  She is known for her dynamic and expressive use of colour, and her colour choices are often inspired by her observations of the natural world, which she employs to evoke a sense of wonder and contemplation.

In many of her artworks, Anum uses a bold and vibrant colour palette, with bright, saturated colours that are juxtaposed against darker, more muted tones. She often uses layering and blending techniques to create complex colour harmonies and subtle gradations of colour. This gives her artworks a sense of depth and richness, and invites viewers to explore the nuances of colour within the composition.

Overall, Anum 's use of colour is a key component of her artistic style. Her bold and thoughtful choices demonstrate her skill as an artist and her ability to use colour to evoke emotion and meaning in her work.

Anum Farooq is an accomplished artist whose work has garnered attention and recognition in the art world. Her art is a reflection of her unique perspective and creative vision, capturing the beauty and complexity of the world around us.

Anum's artwork has been featured in numerous exhibitions and showcases worldwide, demonstrating her skill and versatility as an artist. Her portfolio includes abstract paintings, mixed media pieces, and digital art, each with its own distinct style and message. Her ability to create such varied work is a testament to her talent and creativity.

She was selected as a Tate Online Artist in 2012. Additionally, she was awarded the Certificate of Merit by the Mayor of Enfield in 2002.  Her art has also been licensed by 500px, Visual China Group, and Ontario, Canada, demonstrating the global appeal and recognition of her work.  In 2022,  Anum was awarded the the RAK Fine Arts Festival Poetry Award [English Category]. The Circle Foundation for the Arts awarded Anum the Artistic Excellence Award in Athens, Greece. This award is a significant accomplishment, as it highlights the artist's unique vision and ability to create compelling artwork.

Anum was longlisted for the Digital Innovation in Art Award in 2022, which celebrates creativity and innovation in the digital realm. This recognition demonstrates her ability to push boundaries and challenge traditional notions of art. Additionally, the Noon Arts Award Participation in Sharjah, UAE, is a testament to Anum’s artistic dedication to her craft and her desire to share art work with the world.

Several  international publications have also featured Anum’s work. "Behind the Art Series" highlighted Anum's unique perspective on art during Women's History Month in 2022. In the same year, Spotlight Magazine invited Anum to publish her work, "The Vessels of Life." Furthermore, the Excellence in Media & Arts Award for Best Abstract Artist recognizes Anum's outstanding contributions to the art world.

In 2021 and 2022, various international publications and organizations recognized Anum’s work, from Chromart Berlin featuring an artist interview, to ART UP MI Autumn Issue in Milan, Italy, showcasing Anum’s work. Moreover, two separate publications, MO Magazine in UK and ArtMagazineium in Turkey, highlighted different aspects of Anum’s work, emphasizing the universal language of art.

Several important art pieces have also been showcased in exhibitions worldwide. The Meditation was featured in the ZO Blue Expo in the United States, while Dusk on Water was showcased in  SAAC's Art in Public Places, USA. 'Roots of Courage' was presented in the My Art Inspo 2021 Prague campaign. HESA Inprint in Finland has published Anum’s artwork in 2012. 

Anum's artistic achievements extend beyond the art world, with her work being recognized by the wider community. In 2021, she was invited to be a Linked INNYC Women of the World Artist, highlighting her impact and influence on society as a whole. Her work has also been featured in social media campaigns, including The Poignant Rose in the Art, Culture, Tourism UK Social Media Campaign of 2021.