AI filmmaker James Gerde is part of the AI x Arts Fellowship, a year-long programme that combines technical experimentation with philosophical discussion and cultural immersion. Photo: MBZUAI

AI filmmaker James Gerde finds a creative testing ground in Abu Dhabi

The artist from Seattle says the UAE’s approach to artificial intelligence stands out for its blend of research, culture and creative openness

Culture

Cultural Foundation building serves as a canvas for British artist's exhibition

Culture

As Venice Biennale jury resigns, Golden Lions scrapped in favour of public vote

Culture

Cultural Foundation and Deira Clock Tower on UAE's architectural heritage list

Culture

A sense of Deja Vu binds artists and viewers in Dubai exhibition

Art & Design

Art Dubai at 20: How the fair helped build the region’s cultural scene

Art & Design

New contemporary art auction to debut in Dubai this May

Culture
Stone Free (Zama Zama) by Angela Ferreira, one of the artists taking part in Sharjah Biennale 17. Photo: Cristina Guerra Gallery

Sharjah Biennial 2027 dates, artists and theme revealed

Art event will feature more than 100 participants and unfold across several locations in the emirate

Art & Design

UAE art guide: 13 museum and gallery exhibitions to see

Art & Design

Venice Biennale jury excludes Israel and Russia from top prizes

Art & Design

Image of family separated by ICE agents named World Press Photo of the Year

Art & Design

Artists benefit from time, space and unbound creativity in Abu Dhabi residency

Art & Design

From Gaza to Syria: Stories from Middle East dominate art exhibition in Portugal

Art & Design

How Expo City Dubai’s House of Arts is introducing children to culture early

Art & Design
The programme allowed participants to explore their ideas and engage with fellow artists. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Artists benefit from time, space and unbound creativity in Abu Dhabi residency

Six-month programme enables everything from material experimentation to personal narratives of memory and mourning

Art & Design

From Gaza to Syria: Stories from Middle East dominate art exhibition in Portugal

Art & Design

How Expo City Dubai’s House of Arts is introducing children to culture early

Art & Design

All the Arab pavilions announced for Venice Biennale 2026

Art & Design

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