“Art is a form of meditation,” says eminent Emirati artist Abdul Qader Al Rais Everyday scores of Dubai residents witness the brilliance of celebrated Emirati artist Abdul Qader Al Rais as they board the city’s metro carriages adorned by his intricate hand painted calligraphy designs. Tracing the word Dubai written in Thuluth calligraphy, the artworks depict […]
Emirati Manga by Abdulla Lutfi at Mestaria Gallery The adventures of Monkey-D Luffy, from the popular Japanese Manga series One Piece has forever fascinated Emirati artist Abdulla Lutfi. His endearing love for anime, inspired him to create a whole new series of artworks blending Japanese Manga and Emirati culture. Luffy X Lutfi, the artist’s latest exhibition […]
A Magical Night at Zabeel Theatre with Sean Alexander One of the world’s leading Illusionists, stage musicians and mind readers — Sean Alexander — is all set to enthrall audiences in Dubai with his show ‘Moments in Time’ at Zabeel Theatre on December 7, 2024. The show brought to Dubai, by Art for All, promises to […]
Art Highlights of November Found in Translation: Steven Naifeh Art Booth Gallery, Abu Dhabi November 8, 2024 to December 8, 2024 Acclaimed author and artist Steven Naifeh returns to the UAE with his solo exhibition after almost 50 years. His last ground-breaking show was held in 1975 in Abu Dhabi. Representing geometric art from the Middle […]
Inside the Andy Warhol Exhibition in Foundry Downtown, Dubai A pioneer of the pop art movement, Andy Warhol’s original masterpieces are on display for the very first time in Dubai. An extensive exhibition, of over 100 of his works, is currently being held at Foundry Downtown, Dubai till October 31, 2024. Conceptualized and curated by Art […]
Creashion_dxb showcased The Kaleidoscope, a versatile art exhibition Looking through a kaleidoscope, with its rich patterns, coloured mirrors and beads shows us the potential of infinite possibilities. This captivating feeling of being in a multiverse inspired Shilpi Dutta and Shoma Banerjee, founders of Creashion_dxb as they curated their recent exhibition, The Kaleidoscope, at Art Coast Gallery, […]
Rumi, A Voice of Our Times, at TODA On September 30, 2024, the world will celebrate the 817th birthday of Rumi, the eminent 13th-century Persian mystic, poet and scholar. Eight centuries after his birth, Rumi’s love notes and spiritual teachings, continue to stir strong emotions and inspire humanity. In Dubai, RUMInation, a band of spirited musicians […]
Mark Your Art Calendar The September sun is kinder, less scorching, beckoning us to venture out more often. Taking a cue from this turn in temperatures, the art world too is gearing up to unveil a stellar line up of unique exhibitions. Glass sculptures, pop-art, vintage collections and ensemble shows — take your pick from a […]
Hafla spotlights Middle Eastern art and culture at Sotheby’s, London A summer of Middle Eastern art and culture awaits visitors at Sotheby’s, London galleries. Under the theme Hafla various events and exhibitions in the month of August will showcase and celebrate aspects of the rich Middle Eastern culture, evolving art, food, fashion and jewellery. On view will be Khasmeen, […]
Forever immersed in colours: Artist Anjini Prakash Laitu With over 250 exhibitions to his credit at the age of 84, there is no stopping the Colourman of Dubai — Anjini Prakash Laitu. The Dubai-based veteran artist, sees the world through a kaleidoscope of hues, where his canvases are a riot of shades and so is his […]