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 »
Arts & Culture
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 »
Louvre Abu Dhabi: The game-changer museum
Soon to open in November 2017, the Louvre Abu Dhabi will be the first universal museum in the Arab world, displaying an expansive array of human culture. Sultan Al Qassemi writes about the positive cultural, social and political influences that the institution can exert upon the arts and cultural footprint of the Arab world. Read more »
21st Century Diplomacy
In this article for Emirates Diplomatic Academy, Sultan Al Qassemi describes the contribution that Emirati art has made to the UAE’s cultural diplomacy and soft power. Read more »
Making Arab Art Accessible
In this interview, the Emirati art collector Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi talks to Egypt Today about his passion for art and artistic cultural exchange, and how art can act as a force that can stand up to fundamentalism. Read more »
Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi, Pushing Boundaries in the Arab Art World
Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi deems himself a guardian of the foundation’s art collection and purchases artwork to tell a historical narrative of the Arab region. In this interview with Khaleejesque, Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi discusses the growing art scene in the GCC and wider Arab world. Read more »