Articles

The Poetry in the Clay

Ceramic Art

The Poetry in the Clay

Reem Sayem el Dahr-Hammad, a talented ceramic artist creates both functional and decorative ceramic designs and most recently sculptural work. Her journey through working with clay has been that of continuous learning, exploration and amazement. She delights in the simplicity and the flexibility of this ancient and most basic medium.

Aug 10, 2012
Capture the Spirit of Ramadan

Photography

Capture the Spirit of Ramadan

The "Capture the Spirit of Ramadan" International Photography Competition (IRPC) is a unique and unprecedented 30-day visual celebration that aims to educate and enlighten viewers around the world about the holy month of Ramadan.

Aug 07, 2012
The Spiritual Legacy of Ebru

Interview

The Spiritual Legacy of Ebru

"My soul belongs to the traditional history of ebru but other than that I do not belong to the same world as those old masters. I see myself as an ebru artist. Part of me is traditional and another part is quite contemporary. If you take one part out then I’m no longer Ayla Makas, I’m no longer me, a combination of all these elements, all these personalities." (Ayla Makas)

Aug 05, 2012
A Pioneer of Contemporary Art from the Muslim World

Interview

A Pioneer of Contemporary Art from the Muslim World

Rose Issa is a global reference when it comes to contemporary art and artists from Iran and the Arab world. Having lived in Iran, Lebanon, and France, she established Rose Issa Projects in London some twenty years ago and was the first to bring contemporary Middle Eastern film and art to the attention of the European art world and public. With the ever-growing interest in contemporary art produced by artists originally hailing from the Middle East, she has been much sought after in the last decade as a guest curator, art expert, and advisor, not only in Europe, but also in the United States and the Arab world.

Jul 29, 2012
Photo Exhibition “The World in Ramadan”

Photography

Photo Exhibition “The World in Ramadan”

DUBAI / “The World in Ramadan” exhibition in the Dubai Mall was on Monday (July 23, 2012) officially launched by His Excellency Saeed Al Nabouda, the acting Managing Director of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and the Vice Chairman of the HIPA. Also in attendance were board members of the award: Ali bin Thailth, Sahar Al Zarei, Mater bin Lahej and Majed Al Bastaki. The exhibition includes 22 photographs by 16 photographers from all around the world, showing various Islamic traditions practiced by Muslims during the holy month of Ramadan.

Jul 26, 2012
Hey’Ya: Arab Women in Sport

Exhibition

Hey’Ya: Arab Women in Sport

LONDON / Commissioned by Qatar Museums Authority, Hey’Ya: Arab Women in Sport, the first exhibition in London by the internationally renowned photographer Brigitte Lacombe with the documentary film-maker Marian Lacombe, is on show at Sotheby’s London from 25 July – 11 August 2012.

Jul 25, 2012
My Rock Stars: Volume 1

Exhibition

My Rock Stars: Volume 1

'My Rock Stars: Volume 1' pays homage to traditional African portraiture, while celebrating present-day pop stars, unsung artists and personal inspirations in Hajjaj’s life. The exhibition will be open at The Third Line from September 12 until October 18, 2012.

Jul 24, 2012
MICA Creative Finds Its Place In The British Isle!

Art Event

MICA Creative Finds Its Place In The British Isle!

LONDON / On Tuesday 3rd July, tucked away in gallery 8 of the Saatchi Gallery off King’s Road, Mica Creative announced the winner’s of the art competition and major summer exhibition, ‘My Place On The Isle: Exploring Faith & Identity’. An incredibly successful auction raised up to £50,000 for Mica Creative! The winning and shortlisted artists exhibition will be showcased at the Mica Gallery from 30th July – 8th September 2012, coinciding with the Olympic summer.

Jul 23, 2012