A sliver of daylight pours through the dark sky as artist Kim Oberoi wakes up to begin her soulful meditation practice every morning. It is followed by a stroll along the neighbourhood, inhaling the scents of dawn, concluded with a few minutes in her garden soaking in the radiance and tranquility of the surrounding greens. […]
In her book, ‘Preserving The Past’, Delhi-based journalist, Meha Mathur, takes readers through the history of heritage laws in India. From quoting ancient texts on conservation methods to current laws governing monuments in various Indian cities, the book, provides interesting insights for history and heritage enthusiasts. Meha has over three decades of experience as a […]
For the first time since signing the Abraham Accord on August 13, 2020, a collaborative artwork by an Israeli and Emirati artists has been unveiled at Hotel Indigo Downtown, Dubai. Aptly titled, ‘Peace of Art’, the canvas weaves together the creative expressions of six artists. As part of this collaboration, Elior Hazan, a 33-year-old, well-known […]
A swarm of bees swirl towards the image of Mecca representing whirling Dervishes and pilgrims in Huma Shoaib’s geometric art. Through a collection of lines and patterns, she showcases the similarities between religious beliefs even as the changing details in birds and bees in her art follow the notion of unlearning and relearning portraying that […]
Emirati photographer, artist and communication designer Hussain Al Moosawi, 37, spent a significant part of his childhood visiting his grandmother, who lived near the Al Fahidi area in Bur Dubai. Closely constructed and densely populated the buildings around Al Fahidi left an impact on young Hussain’s mind. Years later, after living in Australia, when he […]
Classical music enthusiasts in Dubai can look forward to a two day musical extravaganza to be performed by renowned Almaty Symphony Orchestra, led by award-winning violin virtuoso Erzhan Kulibaev at The Theatre, Mall of The Emirates, on the 28th and 30th January 2021. This will be the orchestra’s first performance in the emirates. Since its […]
“Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could all be a little more gentle with each other, and a little more loving, have a little more empathy, and maybe we’d like each other a little bit more.” This beautiful quote by actress Judy Garland from the book Little Girl Lost, perfectly captures the essence of empathy. […]
Taqwa alNaqbi spent her childhood walking barefoot on the sandy beaches of Khor Fakkan admiring the rugged mountain views across the blue waters. Today these scenic memories are at the core of her art practice. One of Taqwa’s widely applauded early artistic creations, is the Khor Fakkan book. The thick bounded book made by the […]
Get ready to admire Monet’s classical Water Lilies in an immersive, multi-sensory experience at the Theatre of Digital Art (ToDA) all set to open on October 13, 2020 at Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. The fully immersive art, education and multi-media entertainment hub covering 1,800 sqms, ToDA, uses pioneering advanced technologies and clever storytelling to deliver […]
Think crunchy wood-fired pizzas, wholesome fresh salads and thick fruit smoothies made from finest ingredients all sourced organically. At the newly opened Let’s Organic Café and Restaurant in Al Ferdous Complex, Al Safa 1, you can enjoy a menu full of delectable Mediterranean recipes with the added knowledge of them being pesticide and preservative free. […]