Dubai's Artistic Marvels: Must-See Art Exhibitions this June
Are you an art lover in Dubai? Then, we have just the thing for you!
Dubai is a city that is filled with art and culture all around. This can be seen in its architecture, neighborhoods, museums, malls, cafes, galleries, and even on the city’s streets. Dubai has in recent years emerged as a thriving hub for art and creativity with many museums, galleries, workshops, classes, art cafes, and street art to offer its residents and tourists. The city is home to several prestigious galleries and museums which cater to a wide range of artistic tastes. It has something for everyone, from traditional Emirati artworks that highlight the region's rich cultural heritage to cutting-edge contemporary installations.
This art-filled city is once again embracing the world of art with open arms…
This month, art enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike can expect a thrilling month filled with captivating exhibitions that push the boundaries of creativity. From immersive installations to thought-provoking sculptures, Dubai's art scene is set to dazzle and inspire. This month, there are plenty of art exhibitions in Dubai, and no matter what kind of art you like, you're bound to find something you like. If you're looking for the best places to get your art and culture fix, keep reading to find out.
1. Green Art Gallery
The installation by Iranian artist Dorsa Asadi at the Green Art Gallery is motivated by her experiences during the recent unrest in her country and tells the tale of rebellion and disruption. The two main characters of the story, Elle and Belle, have appeared frequently in Asadi's body of work. By holding faceless pink men over fires, they act as protectors of feminine energy and autonomy while demolishing patriarchal structures. This critique of the system that seeks to control women's bodies also emphasizes how it is linked to the growth of civilization and the land. It is quite the journey...
📆 Until July 29
🕒 Mon-Sat 11:00 am – 07:00 am
📍 Al Quoz 1, Alserkal Avenue
2. Andakulova Gallery Dubai
Timur Akhmedov, an Uzbek artist, has a new solo exhibition at the Andakulova Gallery Dubai that celebrates his craft and individuality. It includes never-before-seen paintings as well as some previous works that have been praised for being emotional and symbolic in a fairy-tale-like manner. The collections of the world-renowned artist are particularly sought after and have been included in personal collections all over the world. He is said to draw inspiration for his characters and their worlds from his own dreams.
📆 June 15th – September 15th
📍 Andakulova Gallery Dubai, Damac Park Towers, DIFC
3. Perrotin Dubai
This month, Guadeloupean painter Elladj Lincy Deloumeaux's first solo exhibition, Souvenir entrelacés, is on display at Perrotin Dubai. The exhibition includes a brand-new series of portrait-esque paintings that are a continuation of his previous series. Friends and local acquaintances washed in the light of his native island are frequently the subjects of his art. Deloumeaux's art has always featured Guadeloupe as a recurring theme. This group of people is meant to represent youth, their radiance, and their attitude toward the world and those around them. There are 12 pieces in this collection.
📆 Until July 1
🕒 Mon- Sun 11:00 am – 03:00 pm and 08:00 pm – 12:00 am
📍 Perrotin Dubai, DIFC
4. Leila Heller Gallery
The Leila Heller Gallery Dubai is hosting not one, but two art exhibitions this month. Perpetual Identities, a solo show by Beirut-based multimedia artist Katya A. Traboulsi, pays homage to the powerful force of cultural identity. Each piece is handcrafted and titled with the name of the artisan's home country. The objects are made of various materials such as ceramics, resin, porcelain, wood, and iron. The unique design of the mortar shell is inspired by her personal experience during the Lebanese Civil War when she received an empty sleeve of a mortar shell as a birthday present. It aims to represent the power of cultural influence and how no war can erase its imprint.
The second exhibition is a collection of works by the Turkish artist Melis Buyruk which is titled The Bloom Room. It includes an entirely new set of installations. The objects depict humanity's interaction with nature. Expect to see creatures in unusual settings made up of plant and animal parts fused with human body parts. The sculptures are an examination of the significance of man's role in the life cycle, as well as how disorder must be welcomed positively with a holistic worldview.
📆 Until June 30th
🕒 Sat - Thu 10:00 am - 07:00 pm
📍 Leila Heller Gallery, Alserkal Avenue
5. Firetti Contemporary
An Odyssey of Identity at Firetti Contemporary is a collaborative work of six different artists and explores the complexity of human nature and the idea of oneself. The artists have contributed not only their original interpretations of the concept but also their common African ancestry, showcasing the diversity of the continent. Through the lens of Black people and Black culture, ideas like existentialism, evolution, and traditional perceptions of identity have also been explored. The pieces encourage viewers to examine the complex facets of their own personal identities and acknowledge that they can never be static.
📆 Until July 5th
🕒 Sat - Thu 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
📍 Firetti Contemporary, Alserkal Avenue
6. The Third Line
Iranian artist Shabahang Tayyari's unique exhibition at The Third Line explores the ideas of uniformity, replication, flatness, originality, fiction, and exclusivity. Viewers are encouraged to move clockwise around the installation because of the way the paintings are arranged and how the installation is set up. The fluidity of the ocean's motions and the Persian-Arabic calligraphic style are depicted.
📆 Until July 21st
🕒 Mon- Sat 11:00 am - 07:00 pm
📍 The Third Line, Alserkal Avenue