Anya Dahan
Painter · Writer · Between Marrakech, Istanbul & Miami

Drawing is how I keep the Examen.

Graphite work, painting, and writing made in the same daily rhythm as prayer.

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Complete Carved In Time, graphite on paper, Morocco, March 2020. — Anya Dahan

Carved In Time, graphite on paper, Morocco, March 2020. — Anya Dahan

A graphite portrait of an elder in traditional dress, drawn in Morocco in March 2020 — a study in dignity created during a period of persecution and exile.
Ongoing Between Exile and Arrival

Between Exile and Arrival

A contemplative art project transforming the lived experience of exile into graphite drawings and reflections rooted in Ignatian prayer — structured as a four-movement chapbook: Departure, Silence, Encounter, Arrival.
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Halloween 2026 Digital Products, Printables & Free Gifts

Explore Halloween 2026 digital products, printables, DIY guides, artwork, party ideas, free downloads, and seasonal gifts for adults, kids, couples, and families.

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He Wrote in the Same Dirt
He Wrote in the Same Dirt Graphite on paper, 2026
Carved In Time, graphite on paper, Morocco, March 2020. — Anya Dahan
Carved In Time, graphite on paper, Morocco, March 2020. — Anya Dahan Graphite on paper, 2020

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Sep 2026
Cover image for The Everyday Examen — A 14‑Day Ignatian Prayer Journal featuring Anya Dahan in a cream lace blouse with a gold cross pendant, serene expression, parchment background, promoting faith and reflection from anyadahan.blog.

The Everyday Examen JournalA 14‑Day Journey of Reflection

A contemplative 14‑day Ignatian prayer journal — a free gift from Anya Dahan Studio, guiding you through daily reflection with scripture, grace, and quiet devotion.
Sep 2026
خلفية داكنة بعنوان بيان مقاطعة انتخابات 23 شتنبر بالمغرب حول حقوق مجتمع الميم عين

بيان مقاطعة انتخابات 23 شتنبر بالمغرب: حين تصبح حقوق مجتمع الميم عين ثمن الاستقرار السياسي

بيان بمناسبة مقاطعة انتخابات 23 شتنبر: حين تتحول حقوق مجتمع الميم عين إلى ثمن للاستقرار السياسي، لا تكون المشاركة في صندوق الاقتراع حيادًا، بل شرعنة صامتة للإقصاء.
Sep 2026
A church door left ajar in near-darkness, warm golden light spilling through the gap onto stone, with a single lit candle standing at the threshold."

On Being Almost In

A viral "pro-LGBT scandal" post landed mid-catechism — and made me think about what it means to be a catechumen, not yet baptized, watching who belongs get decided without me in the room.

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