Shafeena Yusuff Ali talks about her new art gallery RAi November 2023 saw the opening of Rizq Art Initiative (RAi), a bold new artistic space on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. Founded by entrepreneur and art historian, Shafeena Yusuff Ali, the daughter of UAE-based eminent Indian business leader, MA Yusuff Ali, the independent cultural institution, […]
Nabil Nahas exhibits at Lawrie Shabibi Renowned Lebanese-American artist Nabil Nahas has unveiled a series of multi-layered paintings at Lawrie Shabibi art gallery, Dubai. The exhibition, titled Tethys, is on display at the gallery till January 5th 2024. Drawing inspiration from his Mediterranean roots, the artist has created on his canvas, biomorphic and organic forms through vibrant […]
ArtsCrafts presents Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Over 150 artists from 28 countries brought alive the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (One Earth, One Family, One Future, One Culture) at the Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi, in a two-day cultural extravaganza held on October 7th and 8th, 2023. The event depicting the unity of humanity was inaugurated by Mrs. Vandana Sudhir, […]
Black by Rabee Kiwan at Fann A Porter A collage of faces displaying myriads of emotions, in Syrian artist Rabee Kiwan’s signature style is on display at Fann A Porter Galley, Dubai. On his canvas, a mob of humans huddle together looking forlorn and melancholic, at times shocked and surprised. Depicting struggles of people of his […]
Timur Ernst Akhmedov, one of Uzbekistan’s celebrated artists, is showcasing his artworks at ME Dubai Hotel. Held in association with Andakulova Gallery, Dubai and Legends Art Club, the exhibition ‘ME tamorphosis of Colours’ is on till October 8th, 2023. Exploring layers of human emotions and experiences Akhmedov presents a visual journey through a fascinating mix of his whimsical […]
Tabari Artspace presents Tagreed Darghouth’s Gardens and Jungles Lebanese artist Tagreed Darghouth’s solo exhibition Gardens and Jungles at Tabari Artspace. DIFC Dubai, is a thought-provoking creative rendition of the effects of war on everyday life. Rooted deeply in her personal experience of witnessing war in her native Lebanon, the exhibition is an act of resistance through […]
An Odyssey of Identity at Firetti Contemporary A group exhibition by six African artists is currently on display at Firetti Contemporary, Al Serkal Avenue, Dubai. An Odyssey of identity portrays the intricate and multifaceted nature of human beings. In a series of striking portraits, the artists have exploded the ever-evolving construct of individuality. Running till the […]
Meet emerging teen artist Morvarid Mohammad At 15, spunky Morvarid is wise beyond her years. The Afghan-Iranian artist has already found a steady foothold in the art scene in UAE. Her most noticeable foray into the art world was her selection as the youngest artist ever to have her work exhibited at Made in Tashkeel in […]
HRH King Charles III: Coronation painting by Sacha Jafri Dubai based British artist Sacha Jafri’s latest canvas celebrates the coronation of HRH King Charles III. Commissioned by Simon Penny of the British Embassy in Dubai, this historic painting will be gifted to Dubai’s ruling family. “As a British artist who has lived in Dubai for over […]
Inside the Sharjah Biennial 2023 Thinking Historically in the Present, the Sharjah Biennial 15 theme this year, embodies the ethos of the artworks on display at venues spread across the emirate. Curated by Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi, Director of Sharjah Art Foundation and late Okwui Enwezor, the Nigerian curator, writer and art critic, the Biennial that […]