An Emirati Determined to Make Art
About Abdulla Lutfi
Abdulla Lutfi, who goes by the artistic signature “A.L.”, is a dynamic, unique and well established Emirati artist based in Dubai. He has been creating art since childhood and used drawing as a means of communicating before he could even speak. A.L. is currently working in his art studio, “NEXT Chapter” at Tashkeel, Al Fahidi alongside his artistic mentor, Gulshan Kavarana, who has been working with him since the beginning of his formal art journey in 2010; she was the first person to spot his talent and became dedicated to helping A.L.
As an artist on the autistic spectrum, Abdulla sees and interprets the world in a unique and nonconventional way. As a “Person of Determination” his art is particularly important in its contribution to society, as it allows him to communicate a view of the world that is frequently not represented. A.L. is most proud of his amazing memory, attention to detail, and the spontaneity he brings to his work. He regards art as his connection to the world around him.
About this Episode
In this episode, Lutfi discusses his passion for arts and drawing and how one can be inclined with their artistic skill. Lutfi also shares about his journey in becoming a part of Etihad’s UAE Golden Jubilee Year Celebration Campaign.
Tune in for a rather astonishing conversation!
“I started drawing since when I was in the age of 5 years old because I couldn’t speak.”
Abdulla Lutfi
“I drew something to communicate with my parents.”
– Abdulla Lutfi
Show highlights
“I want to tell the parents to give them an easy life as being an artist for autism people.“
Abdulla Lutfi
“Accept their special needs people, to accept autism people and to respect with them with caring.”
Abdulla Lutfi
Useful Links
Website: https://abdullalutfi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abdullalutfi/
