Adriano Pedrosa's international exhibition combines the old and new to undermine Western narratives, but still creates a compelling survey of global contemporary art, in which Queer art stands out
Hamed Abdalla ‘Ville Arab’ Cairo-born Abdalla was the son of peasants and a self-taught artist whose work drew from Egyptian folk art and his own deep connection to his homeland (despite leaving for Europe as an adult). His lack of formal artistic education enabled him to create with academic limitations and his work became an important component of modern Egyptian art.
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A difficult year for many, 2020 was also hard on the arts, with closures and cancellations affecting artists, galleries and institutions alike. With the arrival of vaccines, this year may be a little more hopeful, and those on the local art scene seem determined to forge ahead. Over the
past few months, art exhibitions and cultural events have returned – from gallery openings to musical performances.
Art Dubai will be back with a physical fair in March after being forced to go virtual last year, while Sharjah Art Foundation’s March Meeting will also take place after being postponed.
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