Sadequain’s Masterpieces in Dubai Celebrated artworks of Sadequain, one of Pakistan’s most legendary artists, was recently on view at Noor Royal Gallery in Dubai. A pioneer of contemporary calligraphy, Syed Sadequain Ahmed Naqvi, was also a muralist, poet and artist, who depicted the reality of human survival on his canvases. Born in 1930 in Amroha in […]
Almagul Menlibayeva’s Genius Loci at DIFC Satellite Gallery In Roman legend, the Genius Loci, is the guardian spirit of sacred sites, historical neighbourhoods and ancient landscapes. Acclaimed Kazakh artist, Almagul Menlibayeva, reinterprets the concept of Genius Loci through a contemporary lens in her solo exhibition at DIFC Satellite Gallery in Dubai. The exhibition held in collaboration […]
Seas Are Sweet, Fish Tears Are Salty by Saudi artist Mohammad Alfaraj Mounds of dried palm fronds, images of farmers toiling in paddy fields, a video of playful birds in their natural habitat and a wooden installation for communal gatherings are some of the unique and reflective exhibits from Saudi artist Mohammed Alfaraj’s first solo […]
No Trespassing opens at Ishara Art Foundation Six contemporary artists explore their relationship with the street in Ishara Art Foundation’s first summer exhibition of 2025 in Dubai. No Trespassing curated by Priyanka Mehra looks at the streets as a site of deconstruction and re-invention continually shaping and being shaped by those who pass through them. Channelling […]
‘I sing to heal others,’ says Sufi Singer Asiya Rafiq Music is both comforting and uplifting for Abu-Dhabi based Indian Sufi singer Asiya Rafiq. Her earliest childhood memories, of her grandfather humming divine Sufi songs left a deep imprint on her heart. Raised by a single mother in the picturesque state of Kashmir in India, Asiya found […]
Your Summer 2025 Art Events Guide Not an ideal time to step outdoors in the UAE, thanks to the record-breaking high temperatures. Instead head indoors to art galleries and theatres to enjoy your dose of music therapy, discover new artists and explore world cultures. Here’s a line-up of exhibitions, events and performances in the emirates we […]
94 year old artist Habuba Farah’s Beams of Light at Artbooth Gallery With a firm grip on the pencil colours she chooses, artist Habuba Farah, meticulously synthesises a set of lines and shades, transforming a white sheet of paper, into a stunning piece of geometric art. A pioneer of lyrical geometric abstraction, at 94 the Lebanese […]
A Closer Look at Art Dubai 2025 One of Middle East’s leading international art fairs – Art Dubai officially opened its doors from April 16th, 2025. Held inside Souk Madinat Jumeirah, in the backdrop of the impressive Burj Al Arab Hotel, the fair brings 120 gallerists from 65 cities and five continents. The experience of […]
UAE’s most awaited art fairs 2025 Here’s a line-up of must-visit annual art exhibitions scheduled to take place in April in the Emirates Alserkal Art Week April 13th to 20, 2025 One of UAE’s most vibrant art hubs, Alserkal Avenue in Al Quoz, Dubai, will come alive with a range of gallery exhibitions, talks and public artworks […]
Record-Breaking Longest Abstract Painting Made in Dubai Over 100 artists in the UAE came together to create an impressive 100 metre long abstract painting, setting a new record, recognized by the Asia Book of Records. On March 8th 2025, several artists from across the UAE gathered at the Camel Uschi Farm in Al Qudra desert to create […]