An Article by A. V. (764 words, 4 min. read)
A New Artistic Landmark in Beirut
Beirut’s art scene continues to expand with the opening of a new, spacious venue for Kalim Bechara Art Gallery. Located in the heart of the city, this modern and inviting space is dedicated to showcasing contemporary and…
An Article by J.A. (742 words, 4 min read)
C amille Claudel’s life and work epitomize the struggles faced by many female artists in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Despite her undeniable talent and innovative spirit, Claudel’s career was overshadowed by her association with Auguste Rodin, her mentor and lover. Her masterpiece, L’Ãge…
Transient Maps: Read the News
An Article by A.M. (743 words, 4 min. read)
On February 13, 2025, Multaqa Beirut, located on the ground floor of the iconic Assafir Newspaper building in Hamra, opened its doors to Transient Maps, a solo exhibition by renowned Lebanese artist Wissam Melhem.
Curated by Dr. Tony Karam, the show offers…
An Article by J.A. (600 words, 3 min read)
B eirut’s Art on 56th Gallery recently hosted Ghada Jamal’s solo exhibition, From Heartland to Homeland, a dynamic journey of color, memory, and identity.
Running from February 13, 2025, the exhibition showcased Jamal’s ability to capture the essence of Lebanon through three thematic series:…
An Article by J.A. (604 words, 3 min read)
I n the heart of Lebanon’s southern landscape, where beauty and destruction have long coexisted, artists have once again proven that creativity is not just about producing art. It is rather about survival, resistance, and rebuilding. The recent war in the south left many artists…
An Article by A. V. (733 words, 4 min. read)
The highly anticipated sixth edition of Art Cairo is set to take place from February 8 to 11, 2025, at the Grand Egyptian Museum. As Egypt’s premier international art fair, Art Cairo established itself as a dynamic platform for showcasing contemporary and modern art…
An Article by J.A. (913 words, 5 min read)
My painting is what I have to give back to the world for what the world gives to me. Georgia O’Keeffe
G eorgia O’Keeffe’s words reflect a fundamental truth about art: it is not merely a product to be consumed but a deeply personal offering, a…
Orange Tan
An Article by A. V. (807 words, 4 min. read)
Mark Rothko’s famous quote,“A painting is not a picture of an experience; it is the experience,” encapsulates the very essence of his approach to art. For Rothko, painting was not just about depicting something; it was about conveying an emotional and…
Marc Chagall
An Article by F.G. (822 words, 4 min. read)
Marc Chagall, a visionary artist known for his dreamlike compositions, once said, “In art, as in life, everything is possible if it is based on love.” This statement is not merely poetic; it holds a profound truth about creativity, passion, and perseverance. Love, in…
An Article by J. J. (772 words, 4 min. read)
We Are All Victims
As I walked along the meticulously outlined pavement of the city where stars and fashionistas mingle, I caught my mind thinking for a brief moment, a few seconds, why her not I? Why him and not I?
Excuse me? Was…
An Article by D. M. (457 words, 2 min. read)
Ah, the age-old question: What makes an artist truly great? Is it skill? Vision? A unique voice? Or—wait for it—the ability to draw genitalia with a pencil?
Enter an "artist", a bold visionary (or so we’re told) who has cracked the ultimate code to…
An Article by A. V. (932 words, 5 min. read)
Art and life are inseparable. One mirrors the other, reflecting the chaos, beauty, and complexity of human existence. Just as life is not a straight line but a collection of unpredictable moments, emotions, and transformations, so is art, especially abstract art, which distills…
