Modern art from the Global South was never just about style — it was a way of carving space in a changing world. This year’s Art Dubai Modern draws powerful lines between West Asia, North Africa, and Latin America, tracing…
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Modern art from the Global South was never just about style — it was a way of carving space in a changing world. This year’s Art Dubai Modern draws powerful lines between West Asia, North Africa, and Latin America, tracing…
Read More →We used to marvel at technology. Now we’re starting to question it. At Art Dubai Digital 2025, the machines still shimmer — but the wonder feels different this year. Curated by Gonzalo Herrero Delicado, After the Technological Sublime holds a…
Read More →At Beirut’s Stone Garden Building, Randa Ali Ahmad’s The Gravity of Roots (How to get by without getting out) doesn’t just unfold — it unsettles. This isn’t a show about nostalgia; it’s about the quiet friction of belonging, and the…
Read More →As part of Art Week Riyadh’s “JAX Open Studios” programme, we sat down in conversation with artist AlJohara Saud Al Saud to explore the layers—both literal and symbolic—of her latest work. What began with raw wool taken directly from the…
Read More →For Shumon Basar, the art world isn’t just a place — it’s a practice. “I always like to turn nouns into verbs. ‘Art world’ isn’t a static concept. It’s something you do.” That spirit animates How to Art World, the…
Read More →Art Week Riyadh offered a refreshing perspective on contemporary art, foregrounding themes of identity, memory, and a profound connection to the land. The event aimed to provide a platform for works that speak to the complexities of the region, moving…
Read More →Ithra’s Art Collection at Art Week Riyadh: Memory, Landscape, and the Art of Connection At this year’s Art Week Riyadh, the King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture (Ithra) presents Landscape and Memory—a curated selection of 15 artworks that explore how…
Read More →Sfeir-Semler Gallery presents a new solo exhibition by artist and audio investigator Lawrence Abu Hamdan at the gallery’s Karantina space in Beirut. Known for his unique blend of activism, art, and research, Abu Hamdan refers to himself as a “Private…
Read More →Welcome to this special issue dedicated to the enchanting world of métiers d’art, where artistry and craftsmanship converge to create exceptional works of luxury. As we delve into the intricacies of this fascinating domain, we celebrate the artisans whose dedication and skill breathe life into each creation, whether it be a breathtaking timepiece, a stunning piece of jewellery, or an intricately crafted garment…
Farah Al Qasimi awarded the 2025 Guggenheim Fellowship
Artist Farah Al Qasimi has been selected for the 2025 Guggenheim Fellowship amongst a pool of nearly 3,500 applicants. The artist will be joining a group of 198 distinguished individuals working across 53 disciplines, marking the 100th class of fellows of the foundation. Al Qasimi’s work is known for its exploration of postcolonial life in the Gulf Arab states through photography, film, and music. She also investigates the emotional and informational hierarchies of the internet…
Taymour Grahne Projects to Open New Space in Dubai in September 2025
This September, Taymour Grahne Projects will open a permanent 2,000-square-foot space in Alserkal Avenue, Dubai’s leading arts district. Marking its 12th anniversary, the gallery’s expansion into the Middle East signals a bold new chapter and deeper engagement with the region’s growing contemporary art scene…
Telescope Beirut Launches First Edition in Lebanon as Part of SHIFT
Telescope Beirut, in collaboration with BIPOD-Beirut International Platform of Dance, launches its first edition in Lebanon as part of SHIFT, a Creative Europe project led by Cie Omar Rajeh & Maqamat (France/Lebanon), Fondazione Fabbrica Europa (Italy), and Albania Dance Meeting (Albania)…
Kamran Samimi Explores Green Tuff in Nishiaizu Art Village Residency
Kamran Samimi has been invited by Yoshihiro Yabe, Director of Nishiaizu Art Village in Fukushima, Japan, to participate in the residency program. During his time there, he will explore Green Tuff, the region’s distinctive green stones, and create new work inspired by them. Samimi’s practice, rooted in natural materials like stone and wood, reflects his multicultural heritage (Iranian/Norwegian, raised in Hawai’i)…
Drawing on centuries of tradition and know-how, artists from the Middle-East have created works that reflect their rich culture and transcend regional boundaries. This new, extensive collection of artworks by established and emerging talents from the region provides a breathtaking visual map of the Middle Eastern art world, with unique works from Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Tunisia, Egypt, Palestine, UAE and Sudan. As it travels around the globe, the show shines the spotlight on the great artistic contributions of the region, while transmitting the exceptional character of each country represented. Established, mid career and emerging artists from the Arab world and Middle East are welcome to participate in Selections Cultural Narrative exhibitions, please read the Terms & Conditions and don’t hesitate to apply. Please check our Terms & Conditions before applying.
Welcome to this special issue dedicated to the enchanting world of métiers d’art, where artistry and craftsmanship converge to create exceptional works of luxury. As we delve into the intricacies of this fascinating domain, we celebrate the artisans whose dedication and skill breathe life into each creation, whether it be a breathtaking timepiece, a stunning piece of jewellery, or an intricately crafted garment…
In this special monograph, we invite you into the extraordinary world of Saudi artist Muhannad Shono. Over the past year, we have had the privilege of discovering his captivating work and engaging deeply with the artist himself. This issue unpacks his creative journey, offering insights into his artistic process, his Saudi roots, and the global impact of his work…
In the tumultuous realm of contemporary art, Iraqi artist Serwan Baran stands as a formidable figure, transforming the stark realities of war and human suffering into poignant visual narratives. Born in Baghdad in 1968, Baran’s experiences as a soldier and war artist have deeply influenced his work, giving it authenticity and emotional depth…