Past
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Art Dubai 2024
Presenting: Alia Hussain Lootah 28 Feb - 3 Mar 2024 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is delighted to participate in Art Dubai for the second time with a presentation of Emirati artist Alia Hussain Lootah (b. Dubai, 1987) . Location: Madinat Jumeirah... Read more -
Al Jubail - Art of Living 2024
Architectural Digest & Jubail Island, showcasing an immersive exhibition spotlighting the region's most dynamic artists and galleries. 1 - 4 Feb 2024 Aisha alabbar is pleased to introduce a selection of works focusing on sustainability and community engagement. Through diverse artistic expressions, this group exhibition prompts reflection on shared responsibility in building... Read more -
"The Epic of Muheera"
Abdulrahim Salim's live performance 17 Jan 2024 Curated by: Dr. Noha Farran Abdulrahim Salim's live performance, 'The Epic of Muheera,' aims to be a cultural milestone. It seeks to provide a profound artistic experience that resonates with... Read more
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Abu Dhabi Art 2023
Presenting: Nujoom Alghanem at Manarat Al Saadiyat 22 - 26 Nov 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to announce our participation in Abu Dhabi Art 2023 for the third consecutive year. This year, Aisha Alabbar Gallery will be showcasing Emirati artist, poet,... Read more -
Dubai Calligraphy Biennale 2023
1 - 31 Oct 2023 We are delighted that four of our gallery's artists - Eman Al Hashemi, Alia Hussain Lootah, Ammar Al Attar, and Taqwa Al Hashemi - are part of the Dubai Calligraphy... Read more -
National Bank of Fujairah Art Prize 2023
Take Part Now 15 Sep 2023 National Bank of Fujairah presents the highly anticipated NBF Art 2023, their third annual art competition, and Aisha Alabbar Gallery Founder Aisha Alabbar will be one of the judges. NBF... Read more
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Opening Reception: The Scent of Memories
Second Solo Exhibition of Najat Makki 13 Sep 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is delighted to present The Scent of Memories, Najat Makki’s second solo exhibition with the gallery. Najat is a pioneering figure within the local art community, and... Read more -
Workshop: Drypoint Etching on Plexiglass with Hala El Abora
16 Jul 2023 As part of Press Print! public programming, join artist Hala El Abora on July 16 at the American University of Sharjah for an engaging workshop about drypoint printmaking in which... Read more -
Artists Talk II
With Azim Al Ghussein, Khalid Mezaina, Safeya Sharif, and Salama Nasib 12 Jul 2023 Join us for the second engaging and insightful talks with the artists from Press Print! Delve into the world of printmaking with Azim Al Ghussein, Khalid Mezaina, Safeya Sharif, and... Read more
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Artists Talk I
With Brian Gonzales, Diego Mendoza, Hala El Abora, and ji-Hye Kim 5 Jul 2023 Join us for the first of two engaging and insightful talks with the artists from Press Print! Delve into the world of printmaking with Brian Gonzales, Diego Mendoza, Hala El... Read more -
Talk: Introducing the International Printmaking Community
By Brian Gonzales 13 Jun 2023 As part of Press Print!, join artist Brian Gonzales in a talk about the international print community, exploring cultural influences and the power of print to transcend borders. Tuesday, 13... Read more -
Storytelling Sunday
With Suzy Sikorski of Mid East Art 11 Jun 2023 As part of Press Print!, we are delighted to host a Storytelling Sunday with Suzy Sikorski of Mid East Art , exploring printmaking practice and literature. Led by participating artists,... Read more
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Reading Group: Printmaking and Social Movements
Facilitated by Ivan Knapp 8 - 22 Jun 2023 As part of Press Print! , the reading group titled 'Printmaking and Social Movements' will consider key technical, historical, and intellectual frameworks for the development of printmaking practices... Read more -
Nujoom Alghanem in Huarere: Weather Eye, Weather Ear at Te Tuhi
4 Jun - 5 Aug 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is happy to share that Nujoom Alghanem has been invited by Art Jameel to take part in 'Huarere: Weather Eye, Whether Ear', curated by Janine Anderson and... Read more -
Talk: Printmaking Introduction
By Ji-Hye Kim 31 May 2023 Join artist Ji-Hye Kim for an introductory talk highlighting special attractions of printmaking as practice, as part of the opening of Press Print! Wednesday, 31 May 2023 Talk: 6... Read more
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„“Layla Juma & Carolin Kropff
20 May 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to announce Layla Juma is showing Specific Paths (2022), a new body of drawings, alongside works by German artist Carolin Kropff in „“ Layla Juma... Read more -
Poetry Night with Nujoom Alghanem
11 Apr 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is delighted to celebrate the holy month with a special poetry night with Emirati artist, poet, and film director Nujoom Alghanem. Coinciding with her solo exhibition at... Read more -
Film Screening & Q&A: Nujoom Al Ghanem’s Sharp Tools (2017) (a tribute to Hassan Sharif)
27 Mar 2023 Dubai Collection Nights is a week-long series of curated events between 25 and 31 March 2023 bringing the public closer to the Dubai Collection community. Set to take place annually... Read more
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Art Dubai 2023
Presenting: Asma Belhamar and Sultan Al Remeithi 1 - 5 Mar 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is delighted to participate in Art Dubai for the first time with a presentation of Emirati artists Asma Belhamar (b. 1988) and Sultan Al Remeithi (b. 1989).... Read more -
Bénédicte Gimonnet and Mona Al Khaja at "Spirit of time: Emirates Fine Art Society's 38th Annual Exhibition"
18 Jan - 18 Mar 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to announce the participation of Mona Al Khaja and Bénédicte Gimonnet in Spirit of time: Emirates Fine Art Society's 38th Annual Exhibition at Sharjah Art... Read more -
Dr. Najat Makki and Nujoom Alghanem present installations at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2023
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Art 16 - 19 Jan 2023 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to collaborate with Abu Dhabi Art in showcasing interactive installations by Dr. Najat Makki and Nujoom Alghanem as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2023,... Read more
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Abu Dhabi Art 2022
Presenting: Alia Hussain Lootah 16 - 20 Nov 2022 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to participate in Abu Dhabi Art 2022, presenting a new body of work by Emirati artist Alia Hussain Lootah (b. Dubai, 1987). Consisting of three series each made in a different medium, Alia’s new works are continued explorations of kinship, interconnectedness and domesticity. Alia began exploring these concepts during the Salama bint Hamdan Emerging Artists Fellowship (SEAF) in 2014, drawing from her experience with motherhood. Since then, her representation of the subject developed through a protracted inward-looking process over six years, moving from figuration and familial intimacy to more abstract expressions. Read more -
Intersecting Parallels: Eman Al Hashemi & Fatma Al Ali in Dialogue
Moderated by Nasser Abdullah 18 Oct 2022 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to present Intersecting Parallels, a dialogue between Eman Al Hashemi and Fatma Al Ali moderated by Nasser Abdullah. Coinciding with Eman Al Hashemi's solo exhibition... Read more -
Talk with the artists from "Chill: Summer in the City"
Moderated by Fatima Al Kurdi 23 Jun 2022 Aisha Alabbar Gallery and Iris Art Advisory are delighted to invite you to attend a talk with the artists in 'Chill: Summer in the City'. Moderated by curator Fatima Al... Read more
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Ramadan Film Screening and Talk
Nujoom Alghanem and Moza Almatrooshi 14 Apr 2022 This Ramadan, Aisha Alabbar Gallery is delighted to bring together artists Moza Almatrooshi and Nujoom Alghanem in a one-of-a-kind film screening about bees. Both artists have documentaries exploring... Read more -
Inner Light: Najat Makki at Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
An Exhibition part of the 24th Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival 19 Dec 2021 - 23 Jan 2022 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to announce Dr. Najat Makki's solo exhibition titled Inner Light at the Sharjah Calligraphy Museum as part of the 24th Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival (SIAF).... Read more -
Abu Dhabi Art 2021
Presenting: Mona Al Khaja 17 - 21 Nov 2021 In its first participation at Abu Dhabi Art, Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to present a selection of new paintings by Emirati artist Mona Al Khaja. As one of the... Read more
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Talk: Dr. Najat Makki at Sotheby's
27 Oct 2021 As part of the exhibition I Write in Colour: Najat Makki at Sotheby's, the artist will be in conversation with Jolaine Frizzell, Curator and Director of the Institute for Emerging... Read more -
I Write in Colour: Dr. Najat Makki at Sotheby's Dubai
Supported by Aisha Alabbar Gallery 19 Oct - 4 Nov 2021 In collaboration with Sotheby's Dubai, Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to present I Write in Colour, by contemporary Emirati artist, Najat Makki. Makki is considered one of the innovators of... Read more -
Pattern Painting with Dr. Najat Makki
26 Jun 2021 Join us for a Pattern Painting Workshop with Dr. Najat Makki. Dr. Najat will introduce you to her painting process, which integrates pattern templates with acrylic paint to create a unique artwork. Read more
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The Art Circle Visits Dr. Najat Makki's Studio
20 Jun 2021 The Art Circle and its members got a glimpse of Dr. Najat private studio on 20th June 2021. Dr. Najat invited participants to create a collaborative artwork titled 'The Rhythm... Read more -
Jewellery Talk with Sotheby's Jewellery Specialist
27 May 2021 Looking at some of the most exceptional jewellery designs from the last 150 years, we will explore the history of diamonds, precious gemstones and natural pearls. Beginning with the earliest diamond discoveries in the Golconda region and the later South African diamond rush, we will then unearth the beauty and rarity of Burmese rubies, Kashmiri sapphires and Colombian emeralds. Read more -
Art Investment Talk with Salma Shaheem
18 May 2021 This summer Aisha Alabbar Gallery will be hosting a series of weekly talks by international art advisor, Salma Shaheem - Managing Partner at Fine Art Middle East. This series focuses on what makes art a good investment, why art is such an important asset class and how to navigate the art market as a young collector. Read more
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Neon Night with Dr. Najat Makki
27 Apr 2021 Dr. Najat Makki is considered one of the innovators of the local scene. Since 1980's, she has innovated to the complexity and richness of her artistic expression through her experimentation with color compositions and the use of neon and fluorescent paints. Aisha Alabbar Gallery will be transformed into a magical space for this neon night. Immerse yourself into Dr. Najat's glow-in-the-dark paintings and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience. Read more -
Film Screening of "Red Blue Yellow"
Directed by Nujoom Al Ghanem 20 Apr 2021 Aisha Alabbar Gallery is pleased to present a documentary screening of Red Blue Yellow directed by Nujoom Al Ghanem. The 92-minute documentary is a journey to the life and profession of a publicly well-known UAE female artist but never-known on the personal level. Read more -
Aisha Alabbar Gallery in Collaboration with Sculptor Griet Van den Auwelant at City Walk
XLIX Art Project for a good cause 11 Apr - 15 May 2021 Aisha Alabbar Gallery celebrates the Holy month of Ramadan at City Walk with art installation XLIX Art Project, a collective of 34 female artists presented by Griet Van den Auwelant.... Read more
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Soft-Opening of I Write in Colour
Dr. Najat Makki 31 Mar 2021 You are cordially invited to the soft-opening of Dr. Najat Makki's first solo exhibition I Write in Colour at Aisha Alabbar Gallery Read more -
Dr. Najat Makki participates in "The Rhythm of Patterns"
A Joint Exhibition in the Embassy of Mexico in Abu Dhabi 24 Mar - 24 Jun 2021 Date: Wednesday 24 Mar, 2021 - Thursday 24 Jun, 2021 Time: 08:00 a.m. - 03:00 p.m. Venue: Embassy of Mexico in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Curated by: Dr. Nina... Read more