A new book titled “Building Sharjah” traces the architectural history of the city of Sharjah and the social and political contexts of its urbanization from the mid-20th century, from before the discovery of oil off its shores until the present day. Read more »
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Insights from Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi: On Cultural Majlis and the Transition to the Digital Sphere
An insightful conversation between Khaleejesque and Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi about his Cultural Majlis platform, which has provided inspiration to so many artists and creatives during the lockdown. Read more »
AAIFAA celebrates and reflects during Arab American Heritage Month
Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi discusses political undertones of iconic artworks of the 20th century in the Arab world, during an Arab Americans In Foreign Affairs Agencies (AAIFAA)-hosted virtual event in honor of National Arab American Heritage Month, April 14. Read more »
In Conversation with Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi
Mathqaf’s co-founders sat down with the Emirati founder of Barjeel Art Foundation and lecturer, Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi, to talk about his philosophy of collecting, establishing Barjeel Art Foundation, cultural diplomacy, and teaching modern and contemporary Arab art. Read more »
My 2020 Podcast: Sultan Al Qassemi on experiencing the arts amid the pandemic
Mr Al Qassemi is the guest for this episode for My 2020, where he speaks about personal and professional adjustments forced by the pandemic, from 155 days of isolation and starting an “online majlis” that brought artists and audiences together all over the world. Read more »
Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi, a very influential figure in Arab art
Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi speaks to Le Petit Journal about his journey as an art collector in the UAE in this feature interview. Read more »