Patterns, Interactive Installation by the Emirati Artist Azza Al Qubaisi
A pattern of three floral compositions, connecting the cold industrial feel with inviting hospitality of the seating area
Jan 15, 2020Articles
‘Infinite Ocean and Sky’ by Nancy Baker
Nancy Baker searches her inspiration in ocean and sky, and her installations seem to be floating in the space, just like clouds in the sky
Jan 12, 2020
Traditional Handicrafts from Khorezm
As part of the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival, a joint exhibition 'Traditional Handicrafts from Khorezm' presents works by three Uzbek artists Kasimov Jamol, Nazarov Anor and Sheykha Abdullaeva.
Jan 09, 2020
Aesthetics of Arabic Calligraphy Between Past and Present
As part of the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival, a joint exhibition 'Collectibles' presents more than 40 works by 15 calligraphers
Jan 09, 2020
Exhibition Kairouaniat Shows Calligraphic Artworks by Amor Jomni and Ameur Ben Jeddou
Calligraphic artworks by two Tunisian artists on view at the Calligraphers' Studios in Sharjah
Jan 06, 2020
The Role of Imagination in Islamic Arts
Mohsen Aghamiri and Zeynab Shahi presented masterpieces of illumination (tezhib) at the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival
Jan 04, 2020
Turkish Traditional Iznik Ceramics and Tiles by Turkish Artist Mehmet Gürsoy
Exquisite Iznik Ceramics on view at Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival
Dec 26, 2019
Beyond the Time by Turkish Artist Åžeyma Okur
Illumination works (tezhib) on view at Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival
Dec 23, 2019
SIAF Large Scale Contemporary Installations
Three large scale contemporary exhibitions opened at Al Majaz WaterFront and Al Majaz Amphitheatre
Dec 17, 2019
Exhibitions at the Maraya Art Centre and Al Qasba
SIAF continues with the openings of the contemporary exhibitions at the Maraya Centre and two outdoor murals in Al Qasba.
Dec 12, 2019
The Beauty Hidden in the Prospect
HH Sheikh Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah inaugurated Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival, in the presence of HE Abdullah Al Owais, Chairman of Sharjah Department of Culture and Mohammed Al Qaseer, Head of Cultural Affairs and General Coordinator of the Festival.
Dec 11, 2019
Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival Launches Its 22nd Edition
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the Cultural Affairs Department at the Sharjah Department of Culture has organised the 22nd edition of the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival. The Festival will commence on December 11, 2019, and will run until January 21, 2020. The new edition's theme, Prospect serves as a concept to unite artists and art enthusiasts together.
Dec 09, 2019
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