In this interview with Aramco’s Arabic publication Qafilah, Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi explores his cultural vision and commitment to preserving and sharing Arab heritage, as well as his own role in fostering dialogue through art, literature, and history. Read more »
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100 art-world Instagram accounts to follow right now: Collectors
In Christie Magazine’s series of five features on the Instagram accounts you need to know about, we turn our attention to 20 influential collectors, including Sultan Sooud al Qassemi. Read more »
Unlocking insights from ‘The Business of Philanthropy’ at the Emirates Literature Festival
With the world grappling with a $5 trillion annual funding gap to achieve the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), notable leaders from philanthropy, business and the social sector convened at the Emirates Literature Festival to discuss the role of philanthropy in meeting these goals. Moderated by Badr Jafar, the panel featured Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi, Founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation; Fadi Ghandour, Executive Chair of Wamda Group; and Isobel Abulhoul, Founder of the Emirates Literature Foundation. Read more »
Sheikh Sultan Al Qassemi explores the evolution of modern Arab art in Post-Impressionism era at Louvre Abu Dhabi
On the sidelines of the Post-Impressionism: Beyond Appearances exhibition, which runs until February 9, Louvre Abu Dhabi hosted an art talk. During the event, on January 18, Sheikh Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi, author, researcher, and founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation, shared his insights on the evolution of Arab art during the Post-Impressionism art movement, as well as how this movement continues to influence the region’s artistic landscape today. Read more »
Plan to save historic UAE buildings will enrich future generations, experts say
A new programme to preserve the UAE’s modern architecture will enrich future generations’ understanding of history, support economic growth and enhance community identity. Read more »
Mosques of the UAE: Simplicity reigns supreme at architectural symbol of Sharjah
With clean lines and no decorative elements, the minimalistic King Faisal Mosque greatly influenced the country’s design landscape. Read more »