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How a Dubai student uses art to support wellbeing

UAE-based student launches "Yoodle Doodle" inspired by her own experience with art therapy

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17-year-old Dubai-based student Yasmine Farra

How Art Dubai changed Dubai’s art scene in 20 years

From galleries to global artists, Art Dubai’s influence now stretches far beyond the fair

Visitors check out art displayed at Art Dubai in 2011, which has become a leading contemporary art fair for collectors artist and professionals from the Middle East,

Emirati star Nawaf Al Janahi shine at DIFC Arts Nights

Emirati director calls for stronger local production as UAE film scene regroups

Actor and a film director Nawaf Al-Janahi

Everything to see at Alserkal Art Month this weekend

Saturday’s big opening at Concrete, Sunday’s performances, and everything in between.

Your roadmap to the Déjà Vu exhibition opening, artist talks, and Sunday’s slow art walks

Alserkal Avenue Art Month 2026: Opening weekend guide

From Anthony Akinbola’s solo debut to live screen printing, here is your curated roadmap

Everything you need to know about the 18+ gallery openings, live performances, and must-see installations starting April 18.

A month of art begins at Alserkal this week

A five-week programme brings exhibitions, talks and performances to Al Quoz

Installation view of Move, pause, return — Gallery Isabelle’s 20th anniversary show featuring 20 artists paired with 20 emerging curators and writers from the region.

DIFC Art Nights returns to Dubai this month for free

A free four-day event with art, performances and workshops in the heart of DIFC

The popular arts event returns to Gate Village from 23 to 26 April

Meet Abibi: UAE’s 19-year-old artist inspiring millions

From butter cookie tins to Rooh Afza, everyday items become shared memories

19-year-old Abibi uses painting to highlight everyday moments and cultural stories

Dubai Collection Nights 2026 has events around the city

Exhibitions, talks and studio visits unfold across Dubai until March 8

Dubai Collection Nights - Moustafa Fathi, Oil on Canvas, from the private collection of Sheikh Mohammed.

UAE artists take Korea by storm with ‘Proximities’ show

Shaikha Al Ketbi and Mohamad Kazem shine at landmark Seoul exhibition

Shaikha Al Ketbi’s 'Book' features a character wearing an upside-down mask – a replica of the artist’s own face.

Qatar hosts First Art Basel, GWC leads logistics

GWC leverages fine art expertise to support Qatar’s first Art Basel

Sheikh Abdulla bin Fahad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani says that Art Basel Qatar represents a major milestone for the cultural landscape

Time-travel with RAK Art Festival and heritage

Discover art, workshops, food and history at Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village

Artworks from RAK Art Festival

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