Where Mud Meets Ruin
Aisha AlSaif and Mark Makhoul
Research and Visual Art
‘Where Mud Meets Ruin’ is a collaborative research and art project by the founder of 248AM and the ceramic artist behind From Mud. The goal is to explore Failaka Island’s archaeological history through a material lens combining research, storytelling, and ceramic experimentation. By connecting the island’s past with contemporary creative practice, the project aims to produce something new from the remnants of what once was.
Aisha AlSaif
Aisha AlSaif is a Kuwaiti ceramicist and founder of From Mud, a studio based in Kuwait City’s historic textile market. She studied Ceramic Design at Central Saint Martins in London, followed by a five-year apprenticeship that honed her craft.
In 2018, she moved back to Kuwait to open her own studio, From Mud, where her work includes collaborating with artists, as well as designing and creating handmade tableware and objects for restaurants and other businesses.
Mark Makhoul
Mark Makhoul is a researcher, writer, and founder of 248AM, one of Kuwait’s most popular and longest-running blogs. With a background in Graphic Design, he spent over 20 years in the field, shaping both local and global brands. He began blogging in 2003 and launched 248AM in 2005, which has since become a trusted source for news and cultural commentary.
Known for his attention to detail and curiosity, Mark uses research and storytelling to document the overlooked and quietly interesting aspects of life in Kuwait.