Past
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Architectural Digest: Art of Living at Jubail Island
1 - 4 Feb 2024 This exhibition aims to ignite an appreciation for art that inspires a collective response to environmental challenges, encouraging viewers to see art through an ecological lens. It invites contemplation on how the environment is portrayed in visual and sculptural expressions and how humanity's role on Earth is depicted. These diverse... Read more -
Translucent Threads of Life
by Yousra Wahba 7 Dec 2023 - 8 Feb 2024 Curated by Celine Azem at Firetti Contemporary, Dubai, UAE For her debut solo exhibition, Translucent Threads of Life, Yousra Wahba celebrates nature, identity, and the resilience of women. The exhibition unveils the beauty found in life's unconventional and wild aspects, embracing the unique allure that emerges from such unorthodox forms.... Read more -
DUBAI CALLIGRAPHY BIENNALE: Breaking Boundaries II
in partnership with Dubai Culture for the inaugural Dubai Calligraphy Biennale. 1 Oct - 1 Nov 2023 DUBAI CALLIGRAPHY BIENNALE: Breaking Boundaries II in partnership with Dubai Culture for the inaugural Dubai Calligraphy Biennale. Collective exhibition: Diaa Allam, Sawsan Al Bahar, Kaikhan Salakhov, Josh Rowell and Yousra Wahba Curated by Celine Azem For the second edition of Breaking Boundaries, Firetti Contemporary has partnered with Dubai Culture to... Read more -
Leaving is Home
by Sawsan Al Bahar 1 Oct - 1 Nov 2023 As an extension of the solo show by Sawsan Al Bahar at Maraya Art Centre, Firetti Contemporary is exhibiting a selection of Sawsan Al Bahar's works. Through drawing, installation, and text, Sawsan explores and experiments with the notion of home as a myth, often narrating her own story by borrowing... Read more -
MORAL CODES
by Josh Rowell 7 Sep - 7 Nov 2023 Firetti Contemporary presents the first solo exhibition of Josh Rowell in the Middle East, titled MORAL CODES and curated by Celine Azem. The exhibition presents a thought-provoking trajectory of Rowell's work, featuring his renowned series such as 'Painting Language,' 'Virtually Fragile,' and 'Mosaics.' This exhibition delves into the realms of... Read more -
TIMELESS
By Robert Santore 1 Sep - 1 Oct 2023 Timeless invites viewers into the captivating world of American artist Robert Santoré, whose artistic journey defies conventional boundaries. Born in California and hailing from a lineage of Texans, Santoré's formative years were marked by a nomadic lifestyle, with experiences spanning the United Kingdom and California. These encounters left an indelible mark... Read more -
Knocking on Doors
by Sawsan Al Bahar 20 May - 18 Jun 2023 Curated by Celine Azem Knocking on Doors unveils a captivating new series of experimental works by Sawsan Al Bahar, an artist deeply engaged in the intricate process of drawing. Al Bahar's artistry is a testament to her commitment to meticulous draftsmanship, skillfully intertwining the hand with the machine... Read more -
An Odyssey of Identity
Collective exhibition: Boris Anje, Carson Buka, Christine Nyatho, Collin Sekajugo, Florence Nanteza and Brian Kansiime Brian Lister 6 May - 31 Aug 2023 Curated by Céline Azem An Odyssey of Identity features the work of six artists who explore the complexity and multifaceted nature of oneself. Drawing on the influential theories of bell hooks, the exhibition explores the importance of compartmentalizing existence and acknowledging the ever-evolving construct of individuality. These works reflect... Read more -
ROOTS & REFLECTIONS
A Journey through Time and Nature 6 May - 31 Aug 2023 Curated by Mara Firetti Roots and Reflections: A Journey through Time and Nature is an immersive exhibition that takes viewers on a captivating journey through the works of four contemporary artists from diverse backgrounds. These artists employ various mediums to create works that capture their personal histories, life experiences,... Read more -
WOOD YOUR RATHER BE HAPPY?
24 Feb - 25 Mar 2023 Collective exhibition: Sawsan Al Bahar, Taher Jaoui, Laura Lappi, Jason Middlebrook, Marc Sparfel, Wolfgang Stiller and Toma-L Firetti Contemporary is pleased to present WOOD you rather be happy?, an exhibition featuring the work of six international artists who use wood as their primary medium. Taking inspiration from American philosopher and... Read more -
Talaliya by Sawsan Al Bahar
25 Sep - 25 Nov 2022 Curated by Celine Azem Firetti Contemporary is thrilled to announce the opening of Talaliya by Syrian artist, Sawsan Al Bahar. The exhibition will be inaugurated by His Excellency Dr. Ghassan Abbas, Syria's Ambassador to the UAE. Talal, in Arabic, is a ruin or a trace of a home; and Atlal,... Read more -
THE GRAND TOUR
A photographic journey in Italy 1 Sep - 25 Nov 2022 Photographers: Alfred Noack, Carlo Naja, Leopoldo Alinari, Giacomo Brogi, Alphonse Bernoud, Edmond Behles, Robert Rive, Giorgio Sommer, Gioacchino Altobelli, James (Domenico) Anderson, Robert MacPherson, Giacomo Caneva, Antonio and Paolo Francesco D’Alessandri, Giovanni Crupi, Giuseppe Incorpora, Wilhelm Plüschow, Wilhelm von Gloeden and Achille Mauri Curated by Michele Bonuomo and Mara Firetti... Read more -
Eyes Wide Shut
Through the lens of Her 12 May - 12 Aug 2022 Artists: Qamar Abdulmalik, Sawsan Al Bahar, Afra Al Suwaidi, Amani Al Thuwaini, Khawla Almarzooqi, Negin Fallah, Annie Kurkdijian, Alymamah Rashed, and Maria Shapranova Curated by Céline Azem, Mara Firetti and Océane Sailly Firetti Contemporary is pleased to present Eyes Wide Shut, a collective exhibition including ten women artists... Read more -
Breaking Boundaries
by Nasser Al Salem and Josh Rowell 4 Feb - 15 Apr 2022 Breaking Boundaries brings together antipodal linguistic and cultural aspects of communication through the works of Saudi Arabian artist, Nasser Al Salem and British artist, Josh Rowell. It is considered a truism that a language is a crucial tool for successful communication in all walks of life. Since early history, humans... Read more -
PRAXIS OF CHANGE
22 Sep - 24 Nov 2021 Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Firetti Contemporary is pleased to present its official Inaugural opening show, Praxis of Change, displaying works by regional artists as well as artists exhibiting for the first time in the region. ... Read more -
NFT | IRL
The first NFT physical exhibition 10 Aug - 15 Sep 2021 Firetti Contemporary announces NFT|IRL a forthcoming group exhibition where NFT artworks and their physical counterparts will be exhibited side by side. This is the first of its kind exhibition in the region. It merges the digital and physical worlds and aims to build bridges between the crypto art world and... Read more -
IMPRINT
Helidon Xhixha 22 Mar 2019 - 20 May 2021 Firetti Contemporary presents a solo exhibition of monumental artworks by international sculptor Helidon Xhixha in occasion of its first opening show.
Two stainless steel sculptures entitled Iceberg and Earth are at the center of the exhibition standing as an astounding manifesto in support of the awareness of Global Warming and the melting of polar glaciers.
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Who I Became
By Salmah Almansoori 17 Feb - 17 Apr 2024 Salmah Almansoori is a multidisciplinary artist based in Abu Dhabi, born in Ghayathi in 2001. Her art explores the idea that places hold the key to understanding our identities, spanning installations, painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, and video. In this introductory exhibition, you will encounter three series: Who I Became and... Read more -
The Voyage
by Reynier Llanes 12 Dec 2023 - 12 Feb 2024 The works of Reynier Llanes are a testament to his storytelling prowess. This exhibition takes us through Llanes' series 'The Poet,' 'Tourist,' and 'Bodega,' with each work utilizing different mediums and exploring the multifaceted aspects of art, culture, and the human experience. They provide an opportunity for reflection, connection, and... Read more -
ECO-REBIRTH
by Paolo Nicolai 16 Nov - 16 Dec 2023 ECO-REBIRTH brings forth the classical-inspired sculptures of Paolo Nicolai, who breathes new life into discarded plastics, pollutants, and waste materials through Italian Renaissance-inspired art. With a profound understanding of the world's environmental challenges, Nicolai crafts works that illuminate the intrinsic beauty within these forgotten materials. From PET and PVC to... Read more -
Allegories of the Sun
By Kansiime Brian Lister 4 Jul - 31 Aug 2023 Kansiime Brian Lister brings forth a body of works in Allegories of the Sun which skillfully evokes the feelings and imagery associated with this vibrant season, immersing viewers in a world where bright sunrays, lively colors, lush greenery, and blooming flowers symbolize the essence of summer. Each artwork invites viewers... Read more -
Harmony
by Florence Nanteza 20 Jun - 20 Aug 2023 'Harmony' introduces the intricate works by Ugandan artist, Florence Nanteza. Nanteza focuses on the healing properties of plants and herbs speaks. She speaks to a broader sense of identity, specifically the relationship between humans and the natural world. Her use of banana fiber collages, a traditional material in Uganda, reflects... Read more