As the UAE continues to flourish as a cultural hub, May brings a plethora of captivating exhibitions that are bound to enthral art enthusiasts. From contemporary art showcases to design extravaganzas, the country is abuzz with creativity. Here’s a curated list of exhibitions not to be missed this month:
Whispering Legends– Leila Eskandari, an Iranian artist, created Whispering Legends, which blurs the lines between myth and reality, luring viewers into a dynamic dreamscape of vivid colours, botanical themes, and intricate patterns. Eskandari’s art draws influence from folklore and reflects both personal introspection and universal human experience, to transcend temporal, geographical, and cultural differences
When: Until 28 July,2024
Where: Zawyeh Gallery, Alserkal Avenue Dubai https://zawyeh.net/
Intersections: Tracing Origins– Intersections: Tracing Origins honours the complicated fabric of cultural connectivity via works that explore issues of identity, culture, displacement, and the environment, emphasizing the common threads that bind worldwide groups.
When: Till 23rd May,2024
Where: The Warehouse https://www.instagram.com/goshi_community/
Viva la Frida– Viva la Frida is an intimate portrait of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo’s life, from the physical challenges she endured after a bus accident when she was 18, to the complexities of her marriage to artist Diego Rivera and her refusal to adhere to socially accepted gender roles.
When: Till 31st May,2024
Where: Theatre of Digital Art at Souk Madinat https://toda.ae/
Carpets of Eden, Gardens of Fantasy, Leila Heller- Curated by Behrang Samadzadegan, it explores how carpets have long been woven into the fabric of human existence, serving as a vessel for storytelling and cultural expression. The exhibition will showcase a collection of intricately crafted carpets, positioned as dynamic canvases of expression as artists breathe new life into this age-old art form.
When: until Friday, 20 September
Address: Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz 1 https://alserkal.online/
The Echoes of the Orient, Bassam Freiha Art Foundation- This artwork investigate the West’s fascination with the East, navigating the complex interaction of truth and fancy that defines Orientalism. A strong theme of femininity runs throughout, with sensationalized scenes of women playing into Western stereotypes.
When: Until Thursday, 15 August 2024
Address: Al Saadiyat Island, Cultural District, Abu Dhabi https://saadiyatculturaldistrict.ae/
