From brooding monochromatic portraits to a kaleidoscopic collage of works inspired by the children that he taught art to. Syrian artist, Mouteea Murad have rose out of the darkness and into the light. Geraldine Lee met the artist in person at Ayyam Gallery in Dubai and listened to his inspiring story behind each work.
The 4th edition of ICON de Martell Cordon Bleu launched on the evening of 22 August with a gala premiere at the Asian Civilisations Museum of works by the award’s nominated photographers.
In partnership with Sharjah-based Barjeel Art Foundation, the Singapore Art Museum (SAM) presents Terms and Conditions, a milestone survey of contemporary art by artists from the Arab world. The exhibition offers an insight into this emerging contemporary art scene and examines the challenges, ideals and current issues facing contemporary artists in the region today.