Shabana Rizvi
Chief Artist & Founder – Little Masterpieces Art, Dubai
Originally from London, Shabana Rizvi is the visionary founder and chief artist behind Little Masterpieces Art Dubai. With a BA (Hons) degree in Business Studies, majoring in Economics from the University of West London, Shabana’s academic background is rooted in analytical thought, but her true calling has always been in the arts.
A lifelong admirer of the great masters, Shabana nurtured her creative passion from an early age, studying classical techniques, attending evening art classes, and immersing herself in art history. Her deep curiosity led her to travel extensively, visiting museums and galleries around the world, and honing her skills by studying and emulating the works of modern and classical masters alike.
Alongside her artistic development, Shabana dedicated herself to arts education, volunteering in schools and teaching small group art sessions for several years. This experience laid the foundation for Little Masterpieces, which she launched in 2013 with a curriculum she personally authored, blending her rich knowledge of art history with practical techniques to create an engaging and accessible program for young learners.
Now a full-time freelance artist and educator based in Dubai, Shabana teaches art to children and teens across several of the city’s leading private schools. Her work continues to inspire creativity, confidence, and cultural appreciation in the next generation of artists.
Alongside her artistic development, Shabana dedicated herself to arts education, volunteering in schools and teaching small group art sessions for several years. This experience laid the foundation for Little Masterpieces, which she launched in 2013 with a curriculum she personally authored, blending her rich knowledge of art history with practical techniques to create an engaging and accessible program for young learners.
Now a full-time freelance artist and educator based in Dubai, Shabana teaches art to children and teens across several of the city’s leading private schools. Her work continues to inspire creativity, confidence, and cultural appreciation in the next generation of artists.