Ways of Seeing is the third iteration of an exhibition that takes its roots in the seminal 1970s text by John Berger. It asks audiences to question the methods of viewing the works and includes leading Emirati artists for the Abu Dhabi edition.
Read MoreAn exploration and extension of painting as a medium with strong subject matter relating to the social and economic structure of the UAE makes Mohammed Kazem’s most recent show an excellent presentation both conceptually and formally.
Read MoreShaikha Al Mazrou explores with colour, form and materiality to create visual illusions based within the formal language of minimalism in her debut solo exhibition in Dubai
Read MoreThrough his exhibition titled Full Special, Lantian Xie offers a humourous and ironic look at life in the UAE and all its bizarre idiosyncrasies.
Read MoreIt is 95 years since Kahlil Gibran’s seminal text The Prophet was published. This London exhibition featuring 38 Middle Eastern artists celebrates his timeless impact.
Read MoreWith literary references in this show abound, this exhibition tantalises the senses and also throws an interesting perspective on life and love in the 21st century.
Read MoreThe Diving Bell & The Butterfly explores artistic practices that places themselves within some kind of restriction but also celebrate creative freedom. Curated by me, Anna Seaman, the show was contains the work of 11 artists who either live and work in the region or who have roots in the Middle East.
Read MoreNicky Nodjoumi’s use of satire, found imagery and political commentary makes Fractures a hard hitting show that also pays homage to his first and foremost priority: painting.
Read MoreHoussam Ballan’s exhibition is his first in Dubai. His paintings use flat colour planes and movement to convey both a sense of emotion as well as the complexities of human perception.
Read MoreThis exhibition brings together some of the biggest names in Western art with Middle Eastern practitioners to display 80 pieces of jewellery as a celebration of wearable art.
Read MoreArt Dubai 2018 is the biggest and arguably the best yet. With galleries from all over the world and emerging talent showcased alongside international names, here are some of the highlights.
Read MoreJene Highstein was one of the pioneers of the post-minimalist movement and Dubai's Jean-Paul Najar Foundation is exhibiting some seminal works from his oeuvre, which investigated space and form.
Read MoreMajd Kurdieh is an emerging Syrian artist who uses simplicity and a poetic combination of words and metaphor to offer a plaintive cry to humanity to stop the suffering in his homeland.
Read MoreIshara: Signs, Symbols and Shared Languages is the fourth exhibition from the UAE Unlimited platform. DIscussing language, communication and how things get lost in translation, it is the work of 10 emerging artists who certainly deserve attention.
Read MoreKey works from the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) are in dialogue with pieces from Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation's collection in this pivotal exhibition.
Read MoreGallery Takeover is a collaboration between Lawrie Shabibi gallery in Dubai and Gallery 1957, a young gallery from Accra, Ghana. It introduces audiences to new artists and offers insight into a new geographical area.
Read MoreTariq Dajani's portraits of the Arabian horse and falcon are also the reflection of a personal journey of self-discovery. The exhibition is an opportunity to enjoy the majestic creatures and a slice of Middle Eastern heritage.
Read MoreFay McCaul and Christine Müller are the most recent residents at Tashkeel. Their exhibition displays a fusion of designs, colours and patterns found within the UAE.
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