Abu Dhabi Art 2023 announced the artist and curator of the annual exhibition Gateway
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Abu Dhabi Art 2023 announced the artist and curator of the annual exhibition Gateway

This year, Venetia Porter will curate the annual exhibition Gateway, which highlights local and international artists through unique perspectives. Porter has opted to present a survey show for Emirati painter and multi-disciplinary artist Hashel Al Lamki.

ArtDayME: The annual exhibition Gateway, which highlights local and international artists through unique perspectives, this year is curated by Venetia Porter, who has chosen to present a survey show for Emirati painter and multi-disciplinary artist Hashel Al Lamki.

The exhibition, entitled Maqam - after the residential neighbourhood of Al Ain where Al Lamki grew up - invites visitors to journey alongside him as he unveils his artistic odyssey. Like the melodic compositions of the maqam in music - a traditional pattern of melodic elements - this exhibition weaves together Al Lamki’s past works and current creations, offering a comprehensive understanding of his artistic evolution and his ambitions for the future. Within this creative journey, the interplay between natural landscapes and human intervention echoes as a profound underlying theme.

Curator: Dr. Venetia Porter

Artist: Hashel Al Lamki

22 | 11 | 2023 – 21 | 1 | 2024

2 - 9pm (during the fair) 10am - 8pm (post the fair)

Hall S, Manarat Al Saadiyat

 

“I first saw Hashel’s work at the Lyon Biennale (2022), Manifesto of Fragility, curated by Sam Bardaouil and Till Fellrath, and loved his large installation Rodinia. I was intrigued to find out more about him, and when I was invited to curate the Gateway show at 2023 Abu Dhabi Art, I immediately thought of him. Spending time with Hashel, I have been struck by the complexity and range of the art he has been making this past decade and his ambitions for the future. This show will reflect that, while also highlighting the depth of his love for Al Ain where he grew up, and his fascination with the geology and history of the UAE."

Venetia Porter, Gateway: Maqam Curator

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This year, Venetia Porter will curate the annual exhibition Gateway, which highlights local and international artists through unique perspectives. Porter has opted to present a survey show for Emirati painter and multi-disciplinary artist Hashel Al Lamki.