Connecting with Arab Art Through Poetry: A Workshop with Shahd Thani at Kutubna Cultural Center

Have you ever wondered what a painting might say if it could speak? Could it whisper your story, your roots, your dreams? This evocative idea lies at the heart of an upcoming writing workshop that promises to be one of the season’s most inspiring creative gatherings.

On Sunday, April 27, the renowned Emirati poet Shahd Thani will lead a special session at the Kutubna Cultural Center in Nadd Al Hamar, Dubai. Titled Connecting with Arab Art Through Poetry, the workshop is a poetic extension of Kutubna’s highly anticipated exhibition, Women in Contemporary Arab Art.

Designed as more than just a writing exercise, the session offers participants a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in deep reflection, emotional connection, and creative transformation. Through a guided exploration of visual art, words will take on new life—each poem becoming a vibrant thread in a shared narrative of emotion, heritage, and imagination.

This intimate workshop will help writers translate the language of visual art into powerful poetic expressions, fostering a unique dialogue between image and word. Whether you are an experienced poet or simply someone longing to explore your creative voice, this workshop welcomes you into a space where art and poetry dance together.

Details:

Date: Sunday, April 27

Time: 5:00 PM

Location: Kutubna Cultural Center, Nadd Al Hamar

Seats: Limited – RSVP Required

Discover more and secure your spot by visiting kutubna.ae.

Don't miss this chance to connect deeply with Arab art—and your own story—through the timeless power of poetry, guided by Shahd Thani.

Source and photo: Kutubna Cultural Center