The historic city of Cairo, boasts of a dynamic landscape. Dotted with several heritage sites of Pharaonic, Islamic and Coptic significance, it is also home to modern architectural additions. In her recent exhibition, currently on at Tashkeel, Dubai, Nora Zeid, an Egyptian illustrator, designer and visual artist brings alive Cairo seen through the eyes of […]
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of Uzbekistan’s Independence Day on September 1, 2021, the Andakulova Gallery in DIFC, Dubai, has unveiled the ‘Infinite Stories of Great Minds’ exhibition. The virtual access link here (https://www.andakulova.com/virtual-tours) and onsite exhibition features artworks of two of Usbekistan’s prolific artists—Bakhodir Jalal and Javlon Umarbekov. Both Jalal and Umarbekov have contributed immensely […]
In the blooming creative cosmos, art curators, hold a pivotal presence world over. With a hawk-like eye to spot new talent, an innate desire to foster emerging artists and nurture under-recognised creativity whilst celebrating the masters–the art curator is a much sought-after expert today. Even as they steadily transform artistic styles and shape art history […]
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. […]