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SUMMARY:Story of Art Lecture Series | Post-Impressionism: On the Path to Modern Art
DESCRIPTION:As we continue our journey through The Story of Art\, Bassam Freiha Art Foundation is pleased to invite you to the next lecture in our monthly series\, led by Dr. Michaela Watrelot\, Curator and Director of Exhibitions at BFAF. \n  \nThis month’s lecture\, titled On the Path to Modern Art: Post-Impressionism\, explores the pivotal moment when artists began moving beyond Impressionism and toward new forms of expression that would define the twentieth century. \n  \nWhile Impressionism focused on capturing fleeting effects of light and atmosphere\, Post-Impressionist artists sought deeper structure\, symbolism\, and emotional intensity. Through the works of Paul Cézanne\, Vincent van Gogh\, Paul Gauguin\, and Georges Seurat\, the lecture will examine how colour\, form\, and composition were reimagined. These artists did not form a unified movement\, yet each played a decisive role in laying the foundations for modern art. \n  \nTogether\, we will explore how their radical experiments with perspective\, brushwork\, and colour transformed painting and opened the way for movements such as Cubism and Expressionism.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/story-of-art-lecture-series-post-impressionism-on-the-path-to-modern-art/
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260405T150000
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SUMMARY:Creative Henna Painting: A Mother & Daughter Experience
DESCRIPTION:A guided henna art workshop exploring traditional patterns\, technique\, and a shared creative experience between mother and daughter. During the session\, participants will explore ready-made patterns using tracing paper\, learning how to transfer and decorate beautiful designs step by step. With the support of the artist\, participants will practice creating their own compositions together in a relaxed and supportive setting. \n  \nMothers and daughters will have the opportunity to apply designs on each other\, or choose a design to be carefully applied by the artist at the end of the session. This workshop is designed to be engaging and accessible to all levels\, from beginners to those with prior experience. All materials will be provided.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/creative-henna-painting-for-kids/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260411T160000
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SUMMARY:Bows Embroidery With Natalia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on embroidery workshop where participants will create their own beautifully handcrafted bow using simple stitching techniques. \n  \nDuring the session\, participants will learn basic embroidery stitches\, how to transfer a design onto fabric\, and how to assemble and finish their piece. Each participant will leave with a unique handmade bow that can be used as a hair accessory\, gift decoration\, or a charming detail for clothing and bags. \n  \nThis workshop is suitable for beginners and anyone who enjoys creative\, relaxing activities. All materials are provided.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/bows-embroidery-with-natalia/
LOCATION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation\, Cultural District\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260412T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T073730
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SUMMARY:Air Dry Clay Paints Palette: A Family Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on clay workshop designed for one parent and one child to explore creativity together through simple clay modeling techniques. \nDuring the session\, participants will be introduced to air-dry clay and guided through basic clay shaping and carving methods. Working side by side\, parents and children will create their own paint mixing palette while exploring texture\, colours\, and creativity in a fun and engaging environment. \nWith guidance throughout the process\, participants will develop their ideas and enjoy a shared creative experience in a relaxed and supportive setting.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/air-dry-clay-paints-palette-a-family-workshop/
LOCATION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation\, Cultural District\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260416T123000
DTSTAMP:20260610T073730
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SUMMARY:Story of Art Lecture Series | The Triumph of Experimental Art: Cubism & the Birth of Abstraction
DESCRIPTION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation is pleased to invite you to the next lecture in The Story of Art series\, led by Dr. Michaela Watrelot\, Curator and Director of Exhibitions at BFAF.\n \n\nThis upcoming session\, titled The Triumph of Experimental Art: Cubism & the Birth of Abstraction\, explores a defining turning point in the twentieth century\, when artists radically reimagined the boundaries of art.\n \n\nMoving beyond representation\, artists began to experiment with form\, perspective\, and meaning in unprecedented ways. Through the works of Henri Matisse\, Edvard Munch\, Pablo Picasso\, Wassily Kandinsky\, Salvador Dalí\, and Marcel Duchamp\, the lecture will examine how traditional approaches to painting and sculpture were challenged and transformed.\n \n\nFrom the fragmentation of Cubism to the emergence of abstraction and conceptual practices\, these artists revolutionised visual language and expanded what art could be. Their bold innovations laid the foundation for many of the movements that continue to shape contemporary art today.\n \n\nTogether\, we will explore how these experimental approaches reshaped artistic expression and redefined the role of the artist in modern society.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/story-of-art-lecture-series-the-triumph-of-experimental-art-cubism-the-birth-of-abstraction/
LOCATION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation\, Cultural District\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260419T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260419T170000
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SUMMARY:A Family Workshop: Paper Mâché Creatures & Plants
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on collage workshop designed for one parent and one child to explore creativity together through playful making and shared imagination. \n  \nDuring the session\, participants will be introduced to the basics of paper mâché and guided through simple techniques of layering\, shaping\, and building form. Working side by side\, parents and children will create their own creatures\, plants\, or imaginative hybrid forms while exploring texture\, scale\, and colour in a fun and engaging environment. \n  \nWith guidance throughout the process\, participants will develop their ideas and enjoy a shared creative experience in a relaxed and supportive setting. \n  \nPlease note that the minimum age requirement for children is 7 years old.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/a-family-workshop-paper-mache-creatures-plants/
LOCATION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation\, Cultural District\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260421T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260421T123000
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SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes of Museums: From Conservation to Communication
DESCRIPTION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation is pleased to invite you to a special lecture by Elsie El Deek Bou Jaoude\, Art Historian and Director of the USEK Museum. \n  \nThis talk offers a rare glimpse into the unseen work of museums\, exploring how conservation\, research\, and collaboration shape collections beyond what is visible to the public. Drawing on case studies from the USEK Museum\, the lecture highlights conservation as both a technical and human commitment to preserving heritage\, while also examining how museums communicate these stories through exhibitions\, education\, and public engagement.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/behind-the-scenes-of-museums-from-conservation-to-communication/
LOCATION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation\, Cultural District\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260425T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260425T160000
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SUMMARY:Funky Portraits: Deconstructing the Face with Batool Al Tamimi
DESCRIPTION:A playful exploration of portraiture through collage and abstraction. Join us at Bassam Freiha Art Foundation for a creative parent and child workshop led by Batool Al Tamimi. Participants will explore portraiture through observation and imagination\, creating playful “funky” faces using collage and mixed media. \n  \nWorking side by side\, parent and child will work with pre-cut face bases to cut\, layer\, and rearrange features such as eyes\, noses\, and hair\, experimenting with proportion\, expression\, and abstraction. Optional materials including yarn and textured paper will allow for further creative exploration. \n  \nPlease note that the minimum age requirement for children is 7 years old.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/funky-portraits-deconstructing-the-face-with-batool-al-tamimi/
LOCATION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation\, Cultural District\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260426T170000
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SUMMARY:Build Your Story in Collage Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A creative exploration of storytelling through writing and collage. Join us at Bassam Freiha Art Foundation for a guided workshop where participants reflect\, write\, and create. Beginning with a short writing exercise\, participants will explore a personal theme of healing\, peace\, or joy\, and translate it into a visual collage using mixed media. The session concludes with an optional moment to share in a supportive environment.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/build-your-story-in-collage-workshop/
LOCATION:Bassam Freiha Art Foundation\, Cultural District\, Saadiyat Island\, Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260429T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260429T170000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Abstract Art with Émilie Dubois
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Émilie Dubois\, currently exhibiting Home Is Not a Place in the Annex Gallery\, for an engaging introduction to abstract art. \n  \nIn this hands-on workshop\, participants will explore how colour\, gesture\, texture\, and composition can communicate emotion beyond representation. Through guided exercises using acrylic and mixed media\, Émilie will introduce key principles of abstraction while encouraging experimentation and intuitive mark-making. \n  \nFocusing on process rather than perfection\, the session invites participants to move beyond “what it looks like” and instead consider how painting can express memory\, atmosphere\, and inner experience. With personalized guidance throughout\, each participant will begin to develop their own visual language and a deeper understanding of abstract practice. \n  \nSuitable for beginners and those looking to expand their creative approach\, this workshop offers a supportive space for exploration and artistic discovery.
URL:https://bfaf.ae/event/introduction-to-abstract-art-with-emilie-dubois-2/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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