Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi reflects on his journey in curating art from the 22 nations where Arabic is the official language, focusing on interconnected figures within the diaspora. Read more »
Arts & Culture
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 »
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 »
Collecting During Uncertain Times: An Introduction to the 2024 Edition of the ARTnews Top 200 Collectors List
It remains a question where the market will head through the fall, when global art fairs, prime gallery exhibition programs, and marquee auctions resume. But most dedicated collectors will carry on regardless of evolving conditions. What do our Top 200 Collectors make of the current market? Read more »
One Gulf City Preserves Streets After Others Bulldozed Old Buildings
Dubai, Kuwait and Riyadh turned away from the past to make way for modern skyscrapers, but UAE’s Sharjah takes a different tack. Bloomberg economist Ziad Daoud interviews Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi for his take on how Sharjah aims to “acknowledge our distant as well as our recent past” through art and architecture. Read more »
Al Sharekh: An Arab pioneer who came into our homes without us ever meeting him
Mohammed Al Sharekh, a visionary entrepreneur and cultural pioneer from Kuwait, played a pivotal role in advancing Arabic language and technology. His efforts in preserving and promoting the Arabic language and culture earned him widespread acclaim, including the King Faisal International Prize. From founding Sakhr Computers, the first Arabic-enabled software company, to championing Arabic culture and development through his work in economic institutions and art collection, Al Sharekh’s legacy continues to inspire. Read more »