Natasha Aldouqa: artist

Natasha is a brilliant artist known for her diverse talents in painting, drawing, and sculpture. Her unique projects include drawing on juice glasses, carving dolls out of wood, and creating dream catchers. She stands out for her sustainable and innovative approach, recycling objects from her home to create her art. Additionally, her clients often send items for her to transform with her artistic touch.

Natasha created and sold her artwork before receiving her loan from MFW. However, she had few local buyers due to the high cost of handmade goods. Then, 3 years ago, she took a loan from MFW. This loan not only allowed her to purchase essential tools such as paintbrushes and picture frames, but also provided her with valuable marketing opportunities. Because of the Coronavirus and the war on Gaza, many people only had the money to buy basic necessities, prompting Natasha to focus more on marketing to secure customers. With MFW, she sells painted beach hats at Souk Baladna. This exposure, combined with advertising efforts, helped her business grow significantly. Additionally, she partnered with MFW to give her handmade dolls as gifts, further marketing her products. Social media has become another avenue for Natasha to advertise and sell her items, opening up new opportunities for success.

Thus, Natasha’s partnership with MFW has improved her business and marketing strategy. She has gained valuable skills to ensure long-term success. Due to her newfound success, her husband has started to take on a more active role. She taught him how to make sculptures and paintings. Together, they spend the weekend recycling items and making art. Her husband understands the significance of her art for their income and contributes to help her achieve success. 

Written by volunteer: Daphne Lewis