Arts & Culture - Visual Art

Maze of Joy: Romanian artist Carmen Petraru’s 1st exhibition in Egypt

Maze of Joy is an exhibition by Romanian artist Carmen Petraru that celebrates the joy and happiness we experience when we find our way out of the daily maze of life's challenges and pressures. The solo exhibition opened this week in the presence of Olivia Toderan, Romania's ambassador to Egypt.

Egyptian visual artist Ehab Lotfy dies at 57

Versatile Egyptian painter Ehab Lotfy passed away in the early hours of Monday at the age of 57.

Egyptian artists take part in International Contemporary Art Festival in Algeria

A group of Egyptian, Arab, and international visual artists participated in the 8th edition of the International Contemporary Art Festival in Algeria, which opened on 26 November 26 and runs until 7 December.

Senegalese artisans in the spotlight as they exhibit for the first time at a prestigious art event

For the artistic and cultural elites of Senegal, the monthlong Dakar Biennale of Contemporary African Arts is a celebratory moment.

Egyptian painter Mustafa El-Feky dies aged 87

Mustafa El-Feky, Egyptian painter and former professor at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University, passed away in the late hours of Thursday. He was 87.

Visual artist grabs 'decisive moment' to nurture Chad art scene

At a repurposed restaurant, now a newly opened gallery, Chadian visual artist Doff showcases his art made from rusty Kalashnikov shells -- and supports aspiring young artists in the Sahel country's nascent art scene.

Multi-million dollar Andy Warhol artworks stolen in the Netherlands

Two works by artist Andy Warhol were stolen during the night of Thursday to Friday from a gallery in the south of the Netherlands, while two other screenprints were abandoned nearby.

Two exhibitions pay tribute to Egyptian cinema at El Gouna Film Festival

The 7th edition of El Gouna Film Festival showcases two exhibitions celebrating Egyptian cinema and the legacy of photographer Mohamed Bakr.

Not to be missed: From Forever is Now at Pyramids, Arabic Calligraphy Biennale to Hisham Kharma, Ahmed Ali El-Haggar

Ahram Online highlights a selection of do-not-miss events this week (23- 30 October) in Cairo.

'Animation always wins’: Vassilis Karamitsanis, Greek ANIMASYROS International Animation Festival president

Vassilis Karamitsanis, ANIMASYROS International Animation Festival president, talks to Ahram Online about this year’s festival edition.

Forever Is Now art exhibit introduces AI projects at Giza Plateau

The fourth edition of the art exhibition Forever Is Now, which fuses tradition and innovation, will take place between 24 October and 16 November at the Giza Plateau, featuring two AI projects, among other works.

Van Gogh painting falls short of expectations in Hong Kong auction

A Vincent van Gogh painting displaying the artist's shift from dark realism to vibrant impressionism sold for US$32.2 million at a Hong Kong auction on Thursday, falling short of expectations that it would fetch a record-breaking price.

Christie’s to open new location in Saudi Arabia

Christie’s auction house announced plans to open a franchise in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, according to a press release.

Bahrain 'djinn of caricature' Ali Al-Sumaikh flavours Cairo 8th Int'l Cartoon Gathering

Bahraini cartoonist Ali Al-Sumaikh, one of the most gifted caricaturists of his generation, showcased his unique portraits at the eighth International Cartoon Gathering in Cairo on 12-22 August.

Visual artist Helmi El-Touni passes away at age 90

Renowned Egyptian visual artist, illustrator, and designer Helmi El-Touni passed away in Cairo on Saturday.

Cafes, landscapes and rebellious women at Cairo's Falak gallery

Continuing until 7 September, the exhibition at Falak Space - a coffee shop fused with a gallery and crafts - presents a unique summer collection of works by 11 Egyptian painters and photographers.

Escape summer heat creatively! 6 art exhibitions on display at heart of Cairo

Ahram Online recommends six art exhibitions where we can enjoy works by late and contemporary artists in Zamalek at the heart of Cairo.

8th Int'l Cartoon Gathering celebrates late Egyptian comedian Samir Ghanem

The 8th edition of the International Cartoon Gathering (12-22 August) celebrates late Egyptian comedian Samir Ghanem by presenting a series of portrait caricatures depicting the actor

New Banksy artwork 'stolen' from above London shop

A new Banksy artwork depicting a wolf on a satellite dish in London was removed, possibly stolen, less than an hour after it was unveiled by the elusive street artist on Thursday.

Banksy wows London with three animal artworks

One goat, two elephants, and now three monkeys: British street artist Banksy thrilled fans in London on Wednesday by installing his third new artwork in three days.

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