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Interview with Afshan Nawaz Khan

December 11, 2024December 11, 2024

Afshan Nawaz Khan is a young and talented visual artist based in the UAE. She discovered her passion for art early in life, inspired by the vibrant patterns and architectural beauty around her. Afshan’s work often reflects her deep interest in historical and architectural themes, blending them with contemporary trends and emotional expression. Her portfolio includes over 25 international exhibitions, numerous awards, and recognition for her socially conscious and sustainable art pieces. Actively engaging with her audience on social media, she uses platforms to connect globally, share her work, and inspire others to explore the therapeutic and expressive power of art.

Expressions of Chaos: Mathias Masarati Abstract Carnival at Rarares Gallery, Dubai

December 11, 2024December 13, 2024

In this conversation, we explore Mathias’s journey and his ability to merge abstraction with representational elements allows for a dynamic dialogue within his pieces, making each work both thought-provoking and visually captivating.

Join us as we engage with Mathias and gain valuable insights into his experiences and aspirations.

“No Scheherazade” Solo Exhibition by Farhad Ahrarnia at Lawrie Shabibi Gallery

December 10, 2024December 10, 2024

No Scheherazade is Farhad Ahrania’s much anticipated fourth solo exhibition at the gallery, a multi-textual autopsy which invariably examines the complex legacy of Princess Diana, Keith Haring and celebrates all things 80s. Both huge celebrities of the time, Keith Haring and Diana embodied and contained the aesthetics of the era.

Inaugural Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial Kicks Off, Celebrating Creative Art Installations Across The Emirate

December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

The inaugural Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial launched with an exciting array of art installations and activities over the weekend, transforming Abu Dhabi into a celebration of creativity and culture.

A Solo Exhibition by Emmanuel Guiragossian

December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

A selection of Emmanuel Guiragossian works from a private collector’s collection is showcased in Dubai – UAE. This exhibition explores key moments in the artist’s practice during this period and Guiragossian’s pivotal position in the history of modernism in the Arab world as well as among his generational peers.

“Domesticity” by Anne-Laure Roy

December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

Anne-Laure Roy is a French artist known for her creative exploration of cultural and domestic themes through photography and mixed media. Her project Domesticity is an introspective series reflecting on the dynamics of everyday life within the home. The project uses staged photography to capture intimate, familiar moments and contrasts them with elements of surrealism or commentary on societal expectations of domestic spaces.

Interview with Reynier Llanes

December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

Reynier Llanes is a Cuban-born visual artist renowned for blending Cuban folklore with magical realism and modern techniques, such as painting with coffee—a medium symbolizing resilience and resourcefulness. After emigrating to the U.S. in 2007, he incorporated Southern culture into his work, creating narrative-driven art rich in allegories. Llanes’ pieces have been exhibited internationally and are part of prestigious collections, including the Denver Art Museum and the Morris Museum of Art. He is deeply committed to community engagement, often conducting workshops and lectures to inspire others.

M&C Saatchi Group and Saatchi Gallery Announce Hiba Baddou as Overall Winner of the Art for Change Prize

December 6, 2024December 10, 2024

M&C Saatchi Group, the global creative solutions company, and London’s renowned Saatchi Gallery have announced Hiba Baddou as the overall winner of their international Art for Change Prize. This initiative invited emerging artists worldwide to creatively respond to the theme ‘Tomorrow’ing: Visions of a Better Future’, with a grand prize of £10,000 awarded to the top entry.

“LUFFY X LUTFI: EMIRATI MANGA” by Abdulla Lutfi at Mestaria Gallery

December 5, 2024December 5, 2024

Mestaria Gallery announces its upcoming exhibition “LUFFY X LUTFI: EMIRATI MANGA”, featuring the remarkable Emirati artist Abdulla Lutfi. Running from 12 December 2024 to 2 January 2025, the exhibition bridges Japanese manga and UAE culture, offering a window into Abdulla’s creative world, one filled with purity, humour, and limitless imagination.

Kate Vagurina: The (Un)Comfortable Boundaries

December 2, 2024January 6, 2025

I’m sitting on a chair — comfortable, padded, designed for long hours of work. It does its job so well I barely notice it, as I let my mind drift toward Kate Vagurina’s unsettling creations. Thinking about her work reminds […]

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