Ashwaq Abdulla's animation 'Al Mabrouka' features 10 watercolour and pastel paintings depicting the various roles of women in UAE society in the realm of textiles, crafts and agriculture. All images courtesy of the artist
In her paintings, Abdulla’s female subjects are suspended against vibrant backdrops of florals, patterns and local landscapes
In some paintings, the women show off their traditional jewelry and clothing
Abdulla hopes that her video makes viewers "understand the role of the Emirati woman and the impact she had on our society throughout the generations"
Abdulla produced the work with Emirati composer Muhammad Al Ahmad, who provided the music for the animation
Abdulla has also included a portrait of the late Sheikh Zayed, who spoke of the importance of literacy for women in the UAE.
To showcase her work, Abdulla filmed a video of herself walking around a space with her paintings projected on the walls
Abdulla's work is often tied to Emirati culture, combining elements of local culture with nationalistic tributes
