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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…

Selim Mouzannar or The Poetry of Jewels

FashionMarch 23, 2025642Views 2Likes 0Comments

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…

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…

Anachar Basbous’ Fragments Of The Black Moon At Saleh Barakat Gallery, Beirut

Art, Art WorldMarch 17, 2025843Views 3Likes 0Comments

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…

Joe Kodeih: A Theater That Reflects the Human Soul

Art World, Literature, TheatreMarch 17, 2025783Views 4Likes 0Comments

An Article by D. M. (781 words, 4 min. read) Joe Kodeih is more than a playwright—he is an explorer of human emotions, an architect of contradictions, and a fearless storyteller. His latest book, Les Quatre Raisons, published by Éditions Saër Al Mashrek, brings together four of his previously performed plays, offering a rare opportunity…

The Biology Behind Perception of Art

Art WorldMarch 16, 2025935Views 2Likes 0Comments

An Article by J. J. (1417 words, 8 min. read) Art, on its own, lacks a fundamental element without which it is useless. This element is the actual perception and emotional involvement of the viewer. The fascinating part of the perception process is that it is divided into two parts: The biological part:…

“Look Me In The Eyes” – Mohamed Radwan’s Sculptural Dialogue at Wadi 99

Art, Art WorldMarch 13, 2025851Views 2Likes 0Comments

An Article by J.A. (832 words, 4 min read) An Exhibition That Speaks Without Words M inimalist art has a way of drawing the viewer into quiet contemplation. It does not overwhelm with detail but instead communicates through subtle forms and understated expressions. In Look Me In The Eyes, Mohamed Radwan masterfully embraces…

Phases of A Mutation: Rached Bohsali’s Artistic Evolution at Rebirth Beirut

ArtMarch 12, 20253KViews 4Likes 0Comments

An Article by D. M. (936 words, 5 min. read) Beirut’s art scene recently witnessed an extraordinary event: Phases of A Mutation, a retrospective exhibition by the renowned artist and architect Rached Bohsali, curated by Dr. Tony Karam at Rebirth Beirut. More than just a showcase of Bohsali’s work, this exhibition was a profound…

La Tragédie de Carmen: A Captivating Performance at Al Bustan Festival

Music and ArtMarch 10, 2025744Views 1Like 0Comments

An article by F. G. (715 words, 4 min. read) O n Saturday, March 8, 2025, in celebration of International Women’s Day, the Al Bustan Festival presented a breathtaking rendition of La Tragédie de Carmen at the historic Al Bustan Hotel. This adaptation of Bizet’s timeless opera, conceptualized by Peter Brook in collaboration with Jean-Claude…

The Art of Copying: Imitation or Inspiration?

Art, Art World, CultureMarch 9, 20254KViews 2Likes 0Comments

A Joint Article by J. A. and J. J. (1544 words, 8 min. read) “Good Artists Copy; Great Artists Steal” The famous quote by Pablo Picasso, “Good artists copy; great artists steal”, has long been debated in the art world. What did he mean by it? Was he encouraging plagiarism, or was…

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

Selim Mouzannar or The Poetry of Jewels

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

Anachar Basbous’ Fragments Of The Black Moon At Saleh Barakat Gallery, Beirut

Joe Kodeih: A Theater That Reflects the Human Soul

The Biology Behind Perception of Art

“Look Me In The Eyes” – Mohamed Radwan’s Sculptural Dialogue at Wadi 99

Phases of A Mutation: Rached Bohsali’s Artistic Evolution at Rebirth Beirut

La Tragédie de Carmen: A Captivating Performance at Al Bustan Festival

The Art of Copying: Imitation or Inspiration?

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