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“Beirut, Despite Everything”: The Story of Dr. Robert Sacy, a City, and a Hospital in Ruins

ArtApril 27, 20251KViews 3Likes 0Comments

An Article by A. V. (801 words, 4 min. read) In the heart of a city that has endured decades of turmoil, Beyrouth Malgré Tout (“Beirut, Despite Everything”) emerges as a graphic testimony of resilience. Published by Steinkis in September 2024, this powerful graphic novel recounts the true story of Dr. Robert Sacy, a…

Fragments of a Journey: Fatat Bahmad’s Radiant Tribute to the South

ArtApril 25, 20252KViews 4Likes 0Comments

An Article by D. M. (839 words, 4 min. read) Stepping into Fragment of a Journey, the latest solo exhibition by Lebanese artist Fatat Bahmad at Maya Art Space in downtown Beirut, feels like entering a dream woven from color, memory, and emotion. The walls come alive with bursts of oil pigment, and each…

Is It Art or Just Hype? The Dangerous Illusion of Value in Contemporary Art

ArtApril 15, 2025896Views 4Likes 0Comments

An Article by A. V. (769 words, 4 min. read) There was a time when art made you feel something. When it disturbed your silence, haunted your sleep, or lifted your soul. But today, more often than not, it seems art makes headlines, not because it speaks truth or beauty, but because it plays…

From Shadow to Light: Tom Young’s “Roots” and “Revival” at Hammam Al Jadeed

ArtApril 13, 2025741Views 0Likes 0Comments

An Article by A. V. (734 words, 4 min. read) A Journey Through Saida’s Wounds and Wonders To reach Hammam Al Jadeed, one must first walk through the dimly lit old souk of Saida. On a rainy afternoon, the journey becomes even more intimate; wet stone pavements beneath your feet, the scent…

A Meditation at Dawn: Wissam Beydoun’s Early Morning Exercise

ArtApril 12, 20252KViews 4Likes 0Comments

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…

Desire and the Divide: Navigating the Borders Between Fetishistic Art and Pornography

Art, Art World, Culture, PhotographyApril 10, 20252KViews 3Likes 0Comments

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…

Sundus Al Khalidi’s Boundless Vision

ArtApril 4, 20251KViews 5Likes 0Comments

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…

Fame Over Talent: How Social Media Distorts the Art World

ArtApril 1, 20252KViews 3Likes 0Comments

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,…

A Long-Overdue Tribute to a Forgotten Pioneer; Halim Jurdak

ArtMarch 30, 20251KViews 1Like 0Comments

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…

Masters of Beauty and Scandal: Women Who Shaped Art Against All Odds

ArtMarch 29, 2025553Views 3Likes 0Comments

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…

Elie Rizkallah’s “Reminiscence”: A Journey Through Lost Architectures

ArtMarch 27, 2025501Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

The Art of Motherhood: A Timeless Story of Love and Strength

Art, Art World, Cinema, CultureMarch 20, 20252KViews 5Likes 0Comments

An Article by J.A. (1286 words, 7 min read) “The hand that rocks the cradle…

“Beirut, Despite Everything”: The Story of Dr. Robert Sacy, a City, and a Hospital in Ruins

Fragments of a Journey: Fatat Bahmad’s Radiant Tribute to the South

Is It Art or Just Hype? The Dangerous Illusion of Value in Contemporary Art

From Shadow to Light: Tom Young’s “Roots” and “Revival” at Hammam Al Jadeed

A Meditation at Dawn: Wissam Beydoun’s Early Morning Exercise

Desire and the Divide: Navigating the Borders Between Fetishistic Art and Pornography

Sundus Al Khalidi’s Boundless Vision

Fame Over Talent: How Social Media Distorts the Art World

A Long-Overdue Tribute to a Forgotten Pioneer; Halim Jurdak

Masters of Beauty and Scandal: Women Who Shaped Art Against All Odds

Elie Rizkallah’s “Reminiscence”: A Journey Through Lost Architectures

The Art of Motherhood: A Timeless Story of Love and Strength

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