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“Our Planet, Our Future” Exibition: Where Every Brushstroke Became a Promise
“Our Planet, Our Future”, presented by Art4you Gallery and curated by Jesno Jackson, unfolded at Art Smiley Gallery as a living conversation between humanity and the Earth. For three inspiring days, art became the language of forests, oceans, deserts, wildlife, and hope, reminding us that the future of our planet is written not only through policy, but through imagination. Artists from 16 countries gathered as one creative family, each bringing a unique visual voice to a sha
Sands and City Magazine
Jul 30


Solo Exhibition by Ahmed Al Awadhi: “The Geometry of Gaze” at the Market Island
Dubai is set to welcome a remarkable celebration of Emirati contemporary art with The Geometry of Gaze, a solo exhibition by renowned Emirati artist Ahmed Al Awadhi, presented in collaboration with Velmor Events and hosted at Market Island, Dubai Festival City Mall. With an artistic career spanning more than 25 years, Ahmed Al Awadhi has established himself as one of the UAE’s leading contemporary artists. His work reflects a distinctive artistic vision shaped by experience,
Sands and City Magazine
Jul 27


Somewhere Galleria Celebrates Flame Tree Season with a Group Photo Exhibition
The vibrant colours of the UAE's iconic flame trees take centre stage this July as Somewhere Galleria hosts a special photography exhibition celebrating one of the country's most striking seasonal landscapes. Organised in collaboration with Independent and Foto.uae, the exhibition presents a carefully curated collection of photographs captured during the Flame Tree Photowalk. Through diverse perspectives and artistic approaches, participating photographers showcase the breath
Sands and City Magazine
Jun 30


Her Story: A Tribute to Women, Edition 2 - an International Group Exhibition by Art4you Gallery
An Exhibition Where Narratives Became Visual Memory Presented by Art4you Gallery and Curated by Jesno Jackson Dubai’s contemporary art scene recently welcomed HER STORY – A Tribute to Women, Edition 2- an international group exhibition presented by Art4you Gallery and curated by Jesno Jackson at Art Smiley Art Gallery. More than a thematic showcase on women, the exhibition unfolded as an emotional landscape where memory, identity, resilience, transformation, and lived experie
Sands and City Magazine
May 28


THE COFFEE MARK: Where Art Brewed Beyond the Cup
A Landmark Coffee Painting Art Exhibition Opening & The Launch of the Coffee Art Marathon Edition 2 Dubai’s contemporary art landscape witnessed a distinctive and immersive celebration of creativity with the grand opening of THE COFFEE MARK | Traces, Tones & Transformations – Unique Coffee Painting Art Exhibition by Art4you Gallery at Qube Art Gallery, Al Quoz. The exhibition marked the official launch of the Coffee Art Marathon (CAM2), a pioneering initiative by Jesno Jackson
Sands and City Magazine
Feb 14


Art at the Creek: Radisson Blu and ArtforumUAE Open a Cross-Cultural Exhibition in Dubai
Dubai’s historic Creek district became the setting for a new artistic milestone as Radisson Blu – Creek Hotel partnered with ArtforumUAE to present their first curated art exhibition. Opening on January 24, 2026, the show gathered an international group of artists whose practices span continents, traditions, and contemporary approaches. The opening reception, held from 6 pm to 9 pm, welcomed collectors, cultural figures, and art enthusiasts into a space where hospitality and
Sands and City Magazine
Jan 26


Tracing Divine Beauty: Celebrating the Art of Bosnia at Kismet Art Café
On 14 December 2025, the Kismet Art Café will host a transcendent evening of creativity and culture with its final gallery event of the year: Art of Bosnia. Curated by the Emerald Network, this showcase promises to be a luminous celebration of spiritual aesthetics, cultural memory, and artistic mastery. A Fusion of Tradition and Contemporary Expression The featured collection, titled "Echoes of Divine Beauty," brings together a compelling mix of Islamic calligraphy and abstra
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 30, 2025


Faeezah Mohammed’s “Spirit of the Union”: A Celebration of Emirati Identity and National Pride
Spirit of the Union: An Emirati Celebration Through Art The Cultural & Scientific Association in Dubai is preparing to mark the UAE’s 54th National Day with a special celebration titled «عـ54ـاماً متحدون» (54 Years...United). On Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM , the Nadwa headquarters in Al Mamzar, Dubai , will open its doors for an evening that brings together heritage, creativity, and the collective pride of a nation. Among the Emirati talents contributing to the exh
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 23, 2025


A Dialogue of Light and Elegance: “Monochrome Majesty” by Art4you Gallery
Dubai witnessed a sophisticated celebration of minimalism and luxury as Art4you Gallery, led by curator Jesno Jackson, presented the international exhibition Monochrome Majesty – The Dialogue of Black, White, and Gold at Mehromah Art Gallery. The showcase highlighted the timeless interplay of these three powerful hues, unveiling how artists from around the world interpret harmony, contrast, and symbolism through contemporary creative expressions. Held on November 5th, 2025, t
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 15, 2025


The 6th Postcard Carbafoo “Postcardplus” Exhibition Opens at the Upstairs Gallery
The exhibition “The 6th Postcard Carbafoo,” organized by SAKKU Art (Dubai) in collaboration with Carbafoo (Iran), has opened to the...
Sands and City Magazine
Sep 29, 2025


Celebrating Emirati Heritage: Opening of The Solo Exhibition 'Thuraya' by Faezeh Mohammed Hassan
Faezeh Mohammed Hassan On June 20, the vibrant cultural scene of the UAE witnessed the opening of Thuraya , a remarkable solo exhibition...
Sands and City Magazine
Jun 21, 2025


ArtforumUAE's Exibition “Art Without Borders” Opened at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha
A vibrant celebration of global creativity organized by the ArtforumUAE, bringing together the works of over 20 talented artists from 10...
Sands and City Magazine
May 12, 2025
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