Arab Pop-Culture Highlights
DUBAI: From art and fashion to Egyptian electro, here are pop-culture highlights from across the Arab world.
Farah Al-Qasimi: ‘Toy World’
The acclaimed Emirati artist’s latest exhibition, “Toy World,” runs until April 19 at The Third Line in Dubai. This exhibition includes her first black-and-white image series, which automatically historicizes the images. “Camel Bones,” a part of the series, evokes thoughts of forgotten human remains in barren landscapes.
Weam Ismail: ‘Ala Belady’ (Remix)
The latest release from Egyptian producer Weam Ismail is a remix of his popular track “Ala Belady.” This transformative journey intertwines artistry and spirituality through electronic music, Afro-house beats, and Arabic sounds.
Majdulin Nasrallah: ‘Hadatha Ghadan’
Palestinian artist Majdulin Nasrallah’s new prints at Zawya Gallery offer a fresh perspective on power dynamics in the urban landscape of Palestine. Through works like “The Hole Hanging,” Nasrallah sparks conversations about challenging systems of control in built environments.
Odeem: Luxury Handbag Collection
Dubai-based luxury accessories label Odeem recently launched a new handbag collection, ranging from elegant clutch purses to practical tote bags. The collection exemplifies a commitment to quality, functionality, and contemporary aesthetics.
Mohammed Suliman Al-Faleh: ‘Kara Tribe’
Saudi photographer Mohammed Suliman Al-Faleh was a winner of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum International Photography Awards’ Instagram competition. His striking image of the Kara tribe in Ethiopia was shot on the banks of the Omo River.
Salama Hassan: ‘Kanji’
Self-taught Saudi conceptual calligrapher Salama Hassan’s piece, “Kanji,” was featured in an exhibition curated by Saudi designer Amar Alamdar. Using Chinese typography characteristics to reproduce Qur’anic verses, Hassan showcases the validity of Arabic calligraphy in different cultural contexts.