Curated by Mooza Al Kuwari and Fatima Mohammed, the exhibition Old --> New celebrates Qatar's art scene and the country's dynamic journey into the modern era while still preserving and honouring its cultural heritage and identity. Through a vibrant dialogue between tradition, history, and modernity, the presented artworks explore the enduring relationship between past and present, revealing how heritage continues to shape contemporary life in Qatar.
The exhibition presents an artistic space that includes diverse mediums and styles while each artwork offers the artist's unique personal perspective and a chance to reflect on the Qatari identity from within. Each artist shows their own prespective on how various historical and cultural events and habits embody Qatar's modern identity, thereby reflecting on the richness of the country's culture. Through these contemporary practices Qatar's art scene offers a fresh perspective on its cultural heritage.
Contemporary artists in Qatar are increasingly drawing inspiration from their rich cultural heritage by, for example, using modern mediums such as digital art, installation, and mixed media. The exhibition OLD --> NEW displays presicely this integration of traditional elements with modern artistic techniques, creating a dynamic dialogue that reflects the complexities of contemporary Qatari identity.
Exhibited artists:
Noora Al Hardan
Anfal Al Kandari
Mubarak Al Malik
Salman Al Malik
Mashael Al Naimi
Sara Al Naimi
Hind Al Saad
Mubarak Al Thani
