Mohsin Haraki’s art installation “Fossilised Education,” displays books, made from concrete, from Morroco’s public education curriculum as well as the country’s constitution. Take a look in this AJ+ Arabic story, hosted by Sultan. Read more »
Archives for February 2017
Huda Lutfi: Democracy is Coming
In 2003, Egyptian artist Huda Lutfi’s piece was created in opposition to the war on Iraq. Mostly gray, the painting shows Um Kalthoum, wearing a halo formed by the sarcastic words, “Democracy is Coming,” staring at ominous jets in the sky. Watch as Sultan takes a closer look at the piece in this AJ+ Arabic story. Read more »
Abdullah: Al-Muharraqi Oil Workers
In 1932, oil was discovered in Bahrain, making it the first area in the Gulf in which the precious fossil fuel was discovered. Twenty years later, Bahraini artist Abdullah Al Muhrraqi was commissioned by the national oil company to paint a tribute to its workers. Take a look with Sultan in this AJ+ Arabic story. Read more »
Lateefa bint Maktoum: No mere observer of change
Few individuals have had such a direct impact on the arts movement in the UAE as Sheikha Lateefa bint Maktoum. Lateefa transcends the world of art through charity, education and the contemporary identity of the United Arab Emirates. She represents both Emirati women and the country at large through her work, helping forge a 21st century character for the young nation though her distinct imagery. Her efforts have directly contributed into turning the UAE’s emergent art movement into a full-fledged industry. Read more »