Abdul Qader Al Rais: 50 Years of Art is a celebration of the Abdul Qader Al Rais, who is regarded as one of the most influential artists in the Emirati art world. Known for his symbolic paintings and his most recent series of calligraphic concepts, Abdul Qader Al Rais’s work spans from the late 1960s to this date. His retrospective in Abu Dhabi is set to bring together the full range of masterpieces some of which have never been seen before. The retrospective is a must-see for those looking to experience the artist’s personal journey and artistic growth over the decades.
Over the decades, Al Rais has observed the growth of the UAE that has served as the backdrop of his work and seeks to preserve the cultural memory of the UAE. The retrospective is divided into different thematic sections, exploring Al Rais’s self-taught artistic journey. From segments dedicated to the conceptual nature of Arabic calligraphy in an ongoing series called, Hurufiyyat, to political and social issues throughout the Arab region such as the Palestinian cause, the Gulf War and more recently the Syrian crisis – Al Rais has never refrained from expressing himself through his art.
Abdul Qader Al Rais is an internationally successful artist, holding many prestigious awards and has exhibited his work in many countries such as Prague, the United States, Germany, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and France.
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- The game of Al Karabi
- Girls’ Doll-making Game
- The game of hatha bayt mennou
- The game of Maryahanat al badw
- The game of Al Dahrouj
- The game of Al Suwair
- The game of es es see
- The game of Gol tabat
- The game of Haqallah
- The game of Humarat Al Qaylah
- The game of meen darabak
- The game of Motor Bou Ajal
- The game of Tug of War
- Wrestling Match, The Wrestler
- Al Ah’hlah
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- Al Qattara Murals
- Al Mujamma
- Art installations by Emirati artist Zeinab Al Hashemi
- Artistic Development Exhibition Program
- Curatorial Development Exhibition Program
- Emotions! The New Art Adventure
- Experience Mars
- Abu Dhabi Art Fair 2022
- Arabic Manuscripts Conference
- Building With The Earth Exhibition
- Khaleejiness Exhibition
- Louvre Abu Dhabi Art Here 2021 Richard Mille Art Prize
- A Touch of Heritage
- The Spirit of the Place
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- Al Qattara Film Lab
- Alwaha Cinema
- Manar Abu Dhabi - Artist Assistant Programme
- Winter at Al Dhafra Fort
- Evening in Al Ain Palace Museum
- Al Ain Traditional Arts Days
- Date Harvesting Season
- The Little Guide of Delma Museum
- Al Qattara Lab
- Al Qattara Murals 2023
- Cassette Concert at Al Jahili Fort
- Cinema Al Bait
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- Al Ayyala Studio
- Al Qattara Art Workshops
- Summer Camp at Al Dhafra Fort
- Building with Earth Workshop
- Gate of History
- Summer Camp 2024
- Bait Al Oud Lessons at Al Qattara Arts Centre
- Calligraphy Workshop
- Cheeseboard Resin Workshop
- Drawing and Painting Workshop
- Mosaic Masterpieces
- Oil Painting Techniques
- Oud
- Piano
- Pottery Painting
- Shoe-Making Workshop
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