Dr. Joseph El-Hourany
Q and A with Dr. Joseph El-Hourany (524 words, 3 min. read)
1. What has been your main source of inspiration for merging architecture and sculpture in your work?
I continue to work in the field of architecture, but I have recently focused extensively on sculpture. This particular artistic expression allows materials…
An Article by D. M. (664 words, 4 min. read)
On April 11, Gallery Art on 56th in Gemmayze opened its doors to a solo exhibition that feels like a fresh breath of mountain air. Early Morning Exercise by Wissam Beydoun is an ode to light, memory, and the quiet rituals that transform the…
Ribal Molaeb
Q and A with Ribal Molaeb (417 words, 2 min. read)
1. Of course growing up in a household surrounded by art is a big influence for you as a person and for your career. Can you tell us about one person outside of home who influenced you the most in your…
An Article by Guest Contributor Elizabeth Khoury (717 words, 4 min. read)
Art and fetishism have long been intertwined, a reflection of human fascination with desire, power, and the body. From ancient religious idols to the provocative works of contemporary artists, the visual language of fetishism has been a persistent theme in creative…
An Article by D. M. (810 words, 4 min. read)
A Triumphant Return to Beirut’s Art Scene
Sundus Al Khalidi makes a powerful return to Beirut with Boundless Vision, an exhibition that immerses the viewer in her deeply expressive abstract works. Curated by Dr. Tony Karam, this showcase at Rebirth Beirut (April 3–12) highlights her…
An Article by A. V. (851 words, 5 min. read)
The Rise of Superficial Recognition
In the past, an artist’s success was measured by the depth of their work, their technical mastery, and the impact they had on the art world. Recognition came through galleries, exhibitions, critics, and years of dedication. Today, however,…
An article by F. G. (615 words, 3 min. read)
A Homecoming for an Overlooked Master
O n the evening of March 26, 2025, the halls of Notre Dame University-Louaize (NDU) filled with refined art lovers, collectors, and admirers who gathered for the opening of SPECTACULAR, an exhibition dedicated to the late Halim Jurdak. The…
An Article by J.A. (1405 words, 7 min read)
A rt is not born in a vacuum; it thrives when brilliant minds and daring souls choose to invest their passion, their wealth, and sometimes even their personal turmoil into creating a cultural legacy. Throughout history, there have been extraordinary women whose lives, as tempestuous as…
An Article by A. V. (588 words, 3 min. read)
A Tribute to Vanishing Spaces
At Mission Art Gallery in Mar Mikhael, a world of fragmented memories unfolded during the month of March, through the works of Elie Rizkallah. His exhibition, Reminiscence, was not just an artistic showcase but a poetic reconstruction of an…
An Article by J.A. (851 words, 5 min read)
A Visionary of Light and Color
I n the heart of Beirut, where the sea meets the city in a golden embrace, Selim Mouzannar sculpts poetry into gold and gemstones. His jewelry is not just ornamentation; it is a whisper of history, a tribute to the…
An Article by J.A. (1286 words, 7 min read)
“The hand that rocks the cradle…
An Article by A. V. (748 words, 4 min. read)
Anachar Basbous’ latest exhibition, Fragments of the Black Moon, transforms the elegant space of Saleh Barakat Gallery into a sculptural landscape where whispers of stones interact with light and shadow. The gallery’s open design provide the perfect setting for Basbous’ work, allowing each…
