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13/08/2026

Returning for its 13th edition, Vantage Point Sharjah brings together newly commissioned photographic series by six artists selected through an international open call.

Now showing at Sharjah Art Foundation Photography Gallery in Al Manakh, the exhibition explores personal stories, communities, places and changing realities through photography.

Since launching in 2013, Vantage Point Sharjah has grown into an important platform for lens-based art, offering a look at the many ways photography can document, question and interpret the world around us.

This week’s Exhibition Spotlight, on now until 29 November 2026




(Sharjah Art Foundation, Vantage Point 13, Artists in UAE, Sharjah Art)

Sharjah Art Foundation has opened applications for affordable studio spaces at Arts Square, with seven spaces available ...
12/08/2026

Sharjah Art Foundation has opened applications for affordable studio spaces at Arts Square, with seven spaces available from AED 800.

There are two medium studios at the Collections Building for AED 1,200, three small studios at the Collections Building for AED 800, and two ground floor studios at Bait Obaid Al Shamsi for AED 1,000.

UAE based artists and creative practitioners can apply until 10 September 2026.

Sharjah Art Foundation

Link in bio to read the full article 🔗




(Sharjah Art Foundation, Art in the UAE, Good art news, Affordable artist studios)

Artists, there’s a new open call from Doha Fire Station worth knowing about. Open to emerging artists from Qatar and aro...
04/08/2026

Artists, there’s a new open call from Doha Fire Station worth knowing about.
Open to emerging artists from Qatar and around the world.

Apply for the 2027 Artists Intensive Study Programme, a fully funded nine-month programme lead by Wael Shawky, Artistic Director of Fire Station.

For more information, hit the link in bio 🔗


04/08/2026

La Nena Home & Coffee, a Spanish design concept tucked away in Al Quoz. 

Expect handcrafted homeware, playful shapes, natural textures and interiors that blur the line between café and showroom.

Come for the design, stay for the brew! And, bring your four-legged friend along. 🐕☕️

📍 Al Quoz, Dubai 


New week, new opportunities. Open calls in Dubai 🇦🇪 Link in bio for more information 🔗
03/08/2026

New week, new opportunities.
Open calls in Dubai 🇦🇪

Link in bio for more information 🔗


Meet our Artist of the Week: Äj, The colorful world of Äj Bold and unapologetically vibrant, the Dubai-based abstract ar...
30/07/2026

Meet our Artist of the Week: Äj, The colorful world of Äj

Bold and unapologetically vibrant, the Dubai-based abstract artist turns colour into emotion.

We caught up with Äj on her artistic journey, finding her voice and what continues to inspire her work.

Read the full story, link in bio 🔗


Abu Dhabi’s next cultural landmark is almost here. Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is set to bring bold architecture, modern and co...
28/07/2026

Abu Dhabi’s next cultural landmark is almost here.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is set to bring bold architecture, modern and contemporary art and a new cultural experience to Saadiyat Island.

Link in bio for everything we know so far 🔗

What: Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
When: 11 December 2026
Where: Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island


23/07/2026

...prepare to discover something special at Assembly Vintage

Assembly is a sanctuary for those who appreciate the beauty of the rare, the timeless and the beautifully crafted. Discover vintage gems and collectible treasures curated from around the world.

📍 Al Quoz, Dubai


Walking into a new gallery for the first time can sometimes feel a bit intimidating. The quiet spaces and unfamiliar art...
23/07/2026

Walking into a new gallery for the first time can sometimes feel a bit intimidating.

The quiet spaces and unfamiliar artists might make you wonder if you need a certain level of knowledge to really appreciate what you see.

The truth is: you don’t.

Galleries are for everyone; you don’t need to be an art historian, collector, or expert to enjoy an exhibition.

Visiting a gallery is a chance to slow down and explore art in your own way. There’s no single right way to look at art, your thoughts, feelings, and interpretations are all part of the experience.

Whether you are visiting for the first time or a regular gallery-goer exploring a new exhibition, a little confidence can make every visit even more enjoyable.

We’ve curated a guide featuring advice from gallery experts to help you feel a little more confident.

Link in bio for the full article.


Keep an eye out for this traditional yet intricate geometric design feature, found throughout the UAE and the wider regi...
22/07/2026

Keep an eye out for this traditional yet intricate geometric design feature, found throughout the UAE and the wider region.

In this week’s Architecture Explained, we explain what a mashrabiya is and why it is important to architecture in the region.

From historic homes to contemporary buildings, mashrabiyas continue to influence the way we think about shade, privacy and beauty in architecture.


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