These Victorian illustrations of 1001 Nights revolutionised how 'the west' imagined 'the east.' The first produced illustrations of the stories of Arabian Nights by Victorian British illustrators from London captured the imagination of new audiences.
Our Story
In 2023, Creative Iraq Consulting Limited was born from a passion to support Iraq's culture and creative sectors. With extensive experience in project design, implementation, and research, our Birmingham, UK and Baghdad, Iraq-based team builds bridges, fostering innovation among Iraqi youth.
"Elevating Iraqi Art & Culture."
we empower local creatives to reach a global audience, benefiting both the economy and changing perceptions of Iraq.
Where Culture Empowers Youth
& The Past Inspires Innovation.
Our Community Partners
Blog
Ashley Barlow
Aug 4
The Rise of Iraqi Cinema and How We Can Support It
The name Hanging Gardens is known around the world - synonymous with the ancient wonders prescribed on a classical Greek List that has transcended down into Western consciousness. It has inspired painters from Europe for centuries, reimagined in different concentric circles, or like a stepped pyramid. It fits conveniently around the mythologised Babylon strengthening its hold on other cultures through is association with Alexander and the Bible.
Blog
Ali Read
Jul 22
Hollowed Eyes: Viewing Life As a Female Artist
Muted mouths, expressionless faces, and hollowed-out eyes serve as the distinctive features of Tbark Mansour's artworks. Her paintings depict intricate and colorful female figures set against a dim and dull background. The beauty that emanates from her work is not rooted in conventional feminine standards tailored to the male gaze. Instead, it is an uncomfortably haunting and disturbing beauty.
Blog
Ali Raed
Jun 18
From Sweden to Babylon: Unveiling Sara's Artistic Journey
"You can never have enough hot pink!" Sara exclaimed with a playful smile as she pedaled her bicycle through the rain, carrying tubes of vibrant hot pink acrylic paint. This whimsical energy is characteristic of Sara, an artist born and raised in Sweden to Iraqi parents, and to her abstract paintings that depict her instantly recognizable style.
Western media often portrays Iraqis under a single narrative, and even more so for women. Sipar has released a series of modern portrait prints of Iraqi women that reflect the vibrancy and diversity of urban centres in Iraq.
Children can explore Iraqi history and heritage through this fun and engaging magazine, written and designed by Iraqis. Travel back in time to find out more about the Iraqi museum and the British excavations of the 20s, discover more about the treasures of Ur, and meet Sir Leonard Wolley!
Namour is a feisty friend but kind hearted.
Our Talented Team
Ashley Barlow
Director - Consultant
Ali Read
Community Officer
Mohammed Soh
Communications Officer
