Salsaal, meaning 'mud' or ‘sounding clay’ in Arabic is a tactile meditation on the foundational characteristic of ‘humility’. To remove ego, open up & receive. The texturally soft surface appears open to receive impression, as clay.

In Islam we perform ‘wudu’ (ablution) & bathe ourselves to purify our minds & bodies for prayer. But in the absence of water, pure earth is to be used. From purifying our skin to bathing for animals, mud is a foundational element of immense value.

The foundational stage of humanity- childhood holds a pure & humble spirit able to dream without limitation & explore without fear. This balance of humility creates a clear mind to think no more & certainly no less of oneself than it should.

May Salsaal serve as a reminder to reshape the heart & renew our vision to become again as children.

~ Shayba