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Create, Showcase & Publish.

Master Your Craft.

WHO WE ARE

Sahab Collective is an artistic space where creativity is serious—where writers, musicians, and artists push boundaries, collaborate, and publish their craft. Refine your voice, sharpen your skills, and create work that reflects your passion and potential.

WHY SAHAB
COLLECTIVE

Hands-On Learning

Interactive workshops in Dubai’s top creative space.

Published & Performed Work

Projects featured in the Sahab Collective Journal, Music Label & live showcases.

Industry-Leading Mentorship

Learn from award-winning authors & composers.

Creative Community

Join a lifelong network of serious artists & writers

Exclusive Portfolio Development

Craft industry-standard portfolios, with creative professionals.

MEET THE EXPERTS

Learn from the Best

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Louis Garratt
Writer, Editor, Educator

 

A published author and former literary consultant, Louis Garratt specialises in experimental writing. Currently teaching at Dubai College, he has a Masters in Children’s Literature from Goldsmiths, University of London, where he worked under esteemed figures like Michael Rosen and Ardashir Vakil to refine his craft.

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Natalia Vaskinova
Violinist, Educator, Performer

 

Natalia has shared the stage with world-renowned artists like Hans Zimmer and Andrea Boceli. A passionate educator at Dubai College, she is a founding member of the Middle East Concert Artists ensemble, and brings real-world performance experiences to Sahab Collective.

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Itzam Zapata
Composer, Music Educator

 

Itzam Zapata is a Dubai College teacher award winning and celebrated composer with a Masters in Composition from Sibelius Academy. His work has been performed by leading ensembles worldwide and recorded by prestigious labels in Mexico, Italy, and France, gaining recognition in prestigious international competitions.

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Richard Dennis
Educational Mentor, Program Leader

 

With over 25 years of experience leading global educational journeys, Richard Dennis directs the Journeys program at Sahab Collective. From the Himalayas to the jungles of Borneo, he has designed transformative experiences that blend education, adventure, and cultural immersion. His expertise in mentorship and global exploration makes him a key figure in shaping Sahab Collective’s vision of learning beyond the classroom.

Academic Affiliations

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WORKSHOPS
& COMPETITIONS

Explore Our 10-Week Creative Programs

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Journeys – Guided by Richard Dennis

Explore culture through immersion. Led by Richard Dennis, Journeys offers curated travel experiences that connect participants with communities, art, and heritage across the globe. From Kathmandu to Bandipur, Beirut to the Kenyan highlands, each trip blends history, creativity, and contribution—inviting you to engage meaningfully with the people and places that shape cultural identity.

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What Our Students & Parents Say

Quotation Marks

Cindy Penney
Teacher at Dubai College

Being part of Dubai College’s philanthropic community is a joy. Visiting Bandipur to see our impact firsthand, meeting students, teachers, and seeing funded resources in use, was deeply moving. I’d recommend it to anyone seeking meaningful engagement, especially families with teens needing a ‘reality check’.

Henri
Parent of Natalia’s student

Ms Natalia is a talented, inspiring teacher whose passion for the violin shines through. My daughter started at age five and now plays with NYO in Dubai, something only possible thanks to Natalia’s daily encouragement, dedication, and ability to make music fun.

Michelle
Parent at Sahab Collective

Working with Louis has been transformative for our son. He now shares his ideas with confidence, in writing and conversation, and reads across genres with curiosity. Writing has become a joyful, reflective practice. It prepared him for secondary school and gave him the experience of contributing to something bigger.

More than a workshop—a creative ecosystem.

Sahab Collective promotes artistic growth, career-building, and interdisciplinary collaboration in Dubai’s leading creative hub.

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