Darjeeling Tea Time

At sunset, these ladies have found themselves yet again immersed in their daily ritual; discussing the small insignificant excitements of their everyday lives over a fresh cup of tea...Try not to forget the biscuits next time darling! 

The ground consists of delicate foliage in various shades of red, the sky melts from a soft cool grey into a subtle magenta. Inspired by India in all it's natural splendor. 

This painting measures 31.5" in diameter & is available FOR SALE. SOLD.

Tangerine Seller of Tangier

A young man has sold an elegant lady some fragrant tangerines on his way to the market...The sky is a malachite hue & texture today, & the ground glows with a pattern of mint green leaves against various shades of rose & soft magenta. Inspired by the colours, beauty & patterns of Morocco & North African art.

This painting is diamond shaped & measures 30" x 30" & is available FOR SALE. Please don't hesitate to inquire at shirinsahba @gmail.com.

Mama, we miss you.

You know how you can smell your mamas hair when you hug her? Or how you'll do any silly impression; even fake tap dance like Fred Astaire to make her laugh? I remember. Motherhood has arrived for me, but where oh where is my mama? How many times I've wanted to call her & ask her questions. How many times I've imagined her snuggling my baby & telling me to treasure these fleeting days. & I do. Because I know she would. Happy Birthday mama! 

*This is a photo my papa took of her in Kashmir, India, on a boat filled with flowers. I still imagine her drifting on this fragrant boat sometimes.

The Girl & the Goldfish

This mama is flying a delicate silk goldfish kite on this blue sky day; her little one strapped to her back watching her every move. The flowers weave an intricate pattern of jewel-like colours of emerald, ruby, sapphire & citrine. Inspired by my time in East Asia with all it's every day beauty. 

This painting measures at 30" x 30" & is available for sale SOLD.

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