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Three Gardens and a Room: Inside this year's Urban Commissions
Dubai based architect Reem Nassour takes this year's Urban Commissions in a greener direction with Three Gardens and a Room, an installation exploring the role of nature and architecture in shaping shared spaces at Dubai Design Week 2026.
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LatestISEA2026 Brings Digital Art and Immersive Experiences to Dubai
Discover ISEA2026 Dubai, a 10-day programme of digital art exhibitions, immersive installations, performances and workshops taking place across the city from 6 to 15 November 2026.
NOMAD Abu Dhabi returns to the old airport terminal for its second edition
Frieze Abu Dhabi announces programme for inaugural fair
Dubai Design Week 2026 returns for its 12th edition with a focus on connection
Design Doha Biennale 2026 returns for its second edition, celebrating regional design
Sharjah Art Foundation opens applications for affordable artist studios in Sharjah
Under the Sun: Craig & Karl bring a playful summer installation to ICD Brookfield Place
Fire Station’s open call for emerging artists
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Opens in December 2026
9 Classic films to catch at Cinema Akil’s Summer of Classics this July
Exhibition Spotlight
Exhibition Spotlight: Made in the UAE at JD Malat Gallery
Made in the UAE exhibition at JD Malat Gallery presents seven contemporary artists exploring identity, memory, and materiality in the UAE art scene.
Exhibition Spotlight: Body Quotidian opens at Sharjah Art Foundation
Sharjah Art Foundation’s new exhibition, Body Quotidian, brings together works by Emirati artist Laila Majid and Pakistani visual artist Inaam Zafar. Running until September 20, the exhibition explores the human body through photography, sculpture and painting, offering visitors a thought-provoking artistic experience.
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Body Quotidian opens at Sharjah Art Foundation
Sharjah Art Foundation’s new exhibition, Body Quotidian, brings together works by Emirati artist Laila Majid and Pakistani visual artist Inaam Zafar..
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Contemporary Artist Shadab Khan
Multi-award-winning Dubai-based artist Shadab Khan shares her fluid art journey, exploring movement, colour, and immersive emotional experiences.
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The community space Is on Its way!
A home for open calls and community connections across the Gulf. We're building it now.
Fairs, biennials & openings across the Gulf
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Sketch over supper with a guided illustrator. No experience needed; just curiosity and an appetite.