I’m participating in a program called ‘Art of the Revolution’ in De Balie in Amsterdam, with a presentation of how social and cultural developments are behind the art that is emerging in the Gulf countries (with a focus on Saudi Arabia, the Emirates and Kuwait). My presentation will provide a counterpoint to the usual overview of how governments in the region are creating massive cultural districts with imported skills and talent, by examining the artists themselves within their context.
After my presentation there will be a discussion
See www.debalie.nl/art for more information about the program. Highlights are a performance by Tashweesh and a concert of Zeid and the Wings, later in the evening.
My presentation is on Saturday December 10 at 3 pm.
I will also present some works by the Syrian artist Mahmoud Dayoub (see my following post) in the Balie cafe
Ayman Yossri Daydban: I wanted peace but prepared for war (from his Subtitles series, 2009)
Hi, I stumbled upon this insightful article ( http://artweeters.com/frieze/3654 ) about the role of contemporary art and the sudden craze for Arab contemporary art in this revolutionary times. I thought it might interest you. I am a former student of yours and you gave me the adress of your blog.
Regards,
Hi Robin,
yes, Negar Azimi is a really sharp observer (and an acquaintance of mine, so I had already read this!). Thanks for posting
You’re taking my course again this year, aren’t you? It’s going to be completely different (minus some slide sequences).
Best, R