In 1976, the UAE helped art enthusiast Ahmad Paul Keeler stage one of the biggest artistic events in the world — one that marked a seismic shift in the understanding of Islamic arts in Britain and beyond. Read more »
Archives for 2017
Emirates Towers: Nerve centre of UAE
Within its walls the best of Emirati minds interact with each other and with the best of global minds, making it a factory of the future.
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Encouraging cultural CSR in the UAE
In this opinion piece, Sultan argues for tax exemptions to be given to UAE based corporations that contribute to the country’s cultural and academic growth and development. Read more »
Demystifying Sharjah’s iconic King Faisal Mosque
In this piece, a quest to find the person who designed one of the most recognizable landmarks of Sharjah leads Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi to Saudi Arabia to meet the architect. Read more »
Arabs and the American cultural kitchen
In this article, Sultan stresses the importance of Middle Eastern presence in American cultural institutions. He adds that the display of works by Middle Eastern artists can only happen through the continuous presence of prominent art advocates from the Middle East on decision making boards at these institutions. Read more »
Wanted: A National Museum of Emirati Art
In this article, Sultan stresses the importance of showcasing the art scene in the UAE, for art is a true reflection of a people’s identity. In specific, Sultan calls for the establishment of a national museum to reflect all the achievements made in the arts in the country, and to cater to a growing population and number of international visitors. Read more »