Furusiyya exhibition virtual tour
The walk-through virtual tour of the Furusiyya exhibition allows you to get even closer to the artworks than you can in real life.
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A virtual 360 tour of Qasr Al Hosn
Qasr Al Hosn has more than one story to tell, it is a place of many layers and secrets awaiting to be discovered.
Al Sadu
By weaving sheep wool, goat hair or camel fur, Emirati artisans create distinctive designs rich in geometrical patterns that often reflect social identity and the surrounding environment.
Red Palace Exhibition – Virtual Tour
Explore the Cultural Foundation exhibition ‘The Red Palace’ by artist Sultan bin Fahad, in 360° view.
Talli
Talli is a traditional form of decorative embroidery practised by Emirati women using cotton or silk threads on a loom called a ‘Kajooja’.
Mud Paintings Inspired by Silman Mansoor
Experiment the process of painting with clay slip to reveal interesting textures and cracks.
Paper Making
Learn the basics of paper making in this short activity video.
Etel Adnan
Hans Ulrich Obrist discusses the creation of a commissioned artwork by Etel Adnan for the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
Exploring The Natural World using Mixed Media Inspired by Simrin Mehra Agarwal
Create beautiful mixed media paintings while exploring nature using techniques inspired by Simrin Mehra Agarwal.
Galaxy Night Painting
Use bold, vibrant watercolours to create luminant night sky paintings.
Clay Coins
Use a simple foam printing technique to create your own clay coins.
Hassan Hajjaj
Hassan Hajjaj discusses his practice and the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi acquired works My Rock Stars Experimental: Volume 2 and Le Salon (2017).
Raqqa script.
Learn about the letters of the Raqqa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.
Make a Scene
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Make a Seal
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Clay Sculpture
Learn to create three-dimensional representations by moulding clay.
Make a Horse
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Paper Fish
Video for Usage of colored papers to make a fish
Make a Helmet
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Etel Adnan Inspired Activity
Create a colourful and textural abstract landscape inspired by the extraordinary artist Etel Adnan.
Make a Collage
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Fruit Sculptures
Learn how to make playful fruit sculptures using plaster.
Make a Mask
Make and Play are short, fun videos for all the family to make art inspired by the collection using simple materials.
Linoleum Printing – Sheikh Zayed Mosque
In this activity, learn the linoleum printmaking technique to create print artworks of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
Fashion Illustration
In this activity, learn how to construct figures for fashion illustrations and apply design, aesthetics and clothing construction.
Raqqa script.
Learn about the letters of the Raqqa script. with the calligrapher Mohamed Mendi.
Meet the Expert: Mariam Musa Shafi Mohammed
Follow this series to meet the experts behind the Abu Dhabi Culture teams dedicated to documenting and promoting the emirate’s story.
Gateway: Fragments, Yesterday & Today
Paolo Colombo and Sarah Collins in conversation with commissioned artists Lamya Gargash and Nima Nabavi.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: In the Studio Panel Discussion
In the Studio Panel Discussion with Afra Al Dhaheri, Mays Albaik and Simrin Mehra Agarwal
Metallic Figure Workshop
In this workshop, learn about and create an artwork inspired by Korean Artist Park So-Young.
Masterclass on Textiles Art
Learn the essentials of fabric art with Hanneke Reinalda’s Masterclass “Printing on Fabric”.
Geometric Forms Workshop
In this workshop, learn about and create an artwork inspired by Korean Artist Cho Jai-Young.
Cat Sculpture
In this activity, learn how to sculpt a cat using clay.
Islamic Patterns
In this activity, learn basic techniques to draw an Islamic pattern.
Meet the Expert: Mohamed Mandi
Follow this series to meet the experts behind the Abu Dhabi Culture teams dedicated to documenting and promoting the emirate’s story.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: Spotlight Series – The Words I Love the Most
Get an in-depth look at artist Ghada Amer’s The Words I Love the Most through Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Spotlight series.
Earthen Architecture in Al Ain: Conserving Earthen Heritage Buildings
This series concludes with a visit to some earthen heritage sites that DCT recently conserved, using a variety of techniques
History and Methods of Traditional Beekeeping in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi
Learn about the traditional beekeeping craft, and how beekeepers sustained it with their skills, expertise, and inherited knowledge.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: Spotlight Series – Ancient Symbols
Get an in-depth look at artist Dia Azzawi’s Ancient Symbols, through Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Spotlight series.
Create: Recipes
Create Emirati dishes yourselves
Guided Tour of Al Ain Oasis
Al Ain Oasis is the largest oasis in Al Ain, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011.
The Camel and the Falaj: Foundations of a New Society
Discover how people in the UAE lived 3000 years ago.
Arabic Calligraphy and Al-Taghrooda
Visit Louvre Abu Dhabi's 'Abstraction and Calligraphy' exhibition, meet Mohammed Mandi and learn about Al-Taghrooda
Silk Painting
Learn silk painting techniques
Pen Illustration
Explore pen drawing and shading techniques
Origami Flowers
Make your own origami flowers
Clay Art: Palm Tree
Learn simple clay techniques
Doll Making
Create your own dolls.
Cubist Portraits
Create your own abstract portraits inspired by Cubism.
Charcoal Animation
Bring your charcoal drawings to life through film and animation.
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra: Film Music in Al Ain
Birmingham’s world-class orchestra played as part of Abu Dhbai Classics in the enchanting and iconic Al Jahili fort in Al Ain.
Visits from Bait Al Oud VI: Universal Mozart
Oud legend Naseer Shamma and Bait Al Oud musicians perform music composed by Mozart and inspired by him on Arabic instruments.
Visits from Bait Al Oud VII: From Spain to Abu Dhabi
Oud legend Naseer Shamma with the musicians from Bait Al Oud take their audience on a musical journey to Spain and Latin America.
Visits from Bait Al Oud IV: The story of the Oud
An instrumental concert programme with Naseer Shamma and Bait Al Oud teachers celebrating the history of Classical Arabic Music.
Visits from Bait Al Oud V: Tribute to Classical Arabic Singing
For its 5th instalment, the Visits from Bait Al Oud concert series celebrates the rich tradition of Classical Arabic Singing
Sounds of UAE: Ahmed Al Hosani & Bait Al Oud, and Faisal Al Saari and band
Emirati Singer Ahmed Al Hosani performs with Bait Al Oud Musicians and Faisal Al Saari offers a performance of “To Zayed Salam”
Sounds of UAE: Nejma El Koor, Tariq Al Menhali and Faisal Al Jasim
The second National Day Concert from Sounds of UAE with Najma Al Koor, Tariq Al Menhali and Faisal Al Jasim
Art to Heart: A Conversation with Eleonora Sevenard
Eleonora Sevenard talks to Alia Al Neyadi about her journey as a soloist at the Bolshoi Theater.
Art to Heart: A Conversation with Salman Al Najem
Sara bin Safwan speaks with artist Salman Al Najem about the creative force of man, mental health and finding light within darkness.
Mawhibaty Programme End of Year Students Showcase 2019/2020
A Visual and Performing Arts showcase celebrating the accomplishments of students enrolled in the Mawhibaty programme 2019/2020
Art to Heart with Faisal Kiwewa
Faisal Kiwewa goes from his childhood to his arts festival, the Bayimba International Festival of the Arts, and his current plans.
Art to heart: A conversation with photographer Mous Lamrabat
Belgian photographer Mous Lamrabat sits down with Sara Khalfan Al Mheiri for an #ArtToHeart chat about his thoughts and his work.
Visits from Bait Al Oud III: Ramadan Nights
A Celebration of the Holy Month of Ramadan under the artistic supervision of Bait Al Oud Vocal Teacher Dr. Fathulla Ahmed.
Visits from Bait Al Oud II: The new Qanun
Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi’s Qanun teacher, Bassam Abdel Satar, gathers his graduates & friends to perform a virtual concert.
Visits from Bait Al Oud I: Naseer Shamma & Friends
Oud legend Naseer Shamma performed an online concert from Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi, instilling hope in times of uncertainty.
World Day for Audiovisual Heritage: Four Experts, Four Pillars
Al Qattara Arts Centre celebrates World Day for Audiovisual Heritage through a series of interviews with heritage and audiovisual experts.
Art To Heart: A Conversation with Oud Player Alya Cycon
The first female graduate in Oud from Berklee Boston and Valencia, Alya Cycon sits across the camera with Mona Eldahshoury in this next #ArtToHeart interview.
Art to Heart: A Conversation with Violinist Layth Sidiq
Yarub Smairat interviews his colleague and friend, Berklee graduate and accomplished violinist Layth Sidiq.
Art to Heart: A Conversation with Pianist David Fray
A passionate one on one about the intricacies and theories behind classical music with David Fray.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: In the Studio – A Panel Discussion
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi’s series of studio visits culminates with a panel discussion bringing together all four visited artists.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: In the Studio with Nasser Alzayani
Get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi. Here, Bahraini-American artist Nasser Alzayani introduces his work.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: In the Studio with Hashel Al Lamki
Get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi. Here, artist Hashel Al Lamki presents his multi-disciplinary work.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: In the Studio with Rand Abdul Jabbar
Get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi. Here, artist Rand Abdul Jabbar presents her multi-disciplinary work.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: In the Studio with Maitha Abdalla
Meet Emirati artist Maitha Abdalla as she introduces her practice, and get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi.
CulturAll Conversations: The Art Community; The Way Forward
A discussion among artists who have shaped the regional artistic scene and who have contributed to artistic institutions in the United Arab Emirates and beyond.
Manarat Al Saadiyat virtual tour
Explore Manarat Al Saadiyat on the 360° tour.
Meet the Curator Paolo Colombo
Art curator Paolo Colombo talks about the potential effects of social distancing on himself and other artists.
CulturAll Conversations: Reimagining Museums
Museums: Places of Civic Engagement, Inspiration and Rebuilding in a Pandemic Age
Qasr Al Hosn virtual tour
Qasr Al Hosn has more than one story to tell, it is a place of many layers and secrets awaiting to be discovered.
The Red Palace exhibition virtual tour
Explore the Cultural Foundation exhibition ‘The Red Palace’ by artist Sultan bin Fahad, in 360° view.
Common Ground exhibition virtual tour
Explore the Cultural Foundation group exhibition ‘Common Ground’, in 360° view.
The Founding Father and the Archaeological Story of the UAE
Peter Magee, Zayed National Museum Director, Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, in conversation with Eisa Yousif, Director of Excavations & Sites, Sharjah Archaeology Authority.
The Founding Father in Qasr Al Hosn
Discover the significance of Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi’s development through this archival clip of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, first President of the UAE and former Ruler of Abu Dhabi.
Dr Mohamed Yousif
Dr Mohamed Yousif, one of the United Arab Emirates’ first generation of contemporary artists, reflects on his art practice in this short film.
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Learn about the life and career of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi collection artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, and his painting Cabra (1981-82).
Saeed Al Otaiba and his memories of Qasr Al Hosn
His Excellency Saeed Al Otaiba recalls Al Ain’s development into a flourishing city and describes the grand structure of Qasr Al Hosn during the rule of Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
The architects of Saadiyat Cultural District museums
The architects of the Saadiyat Cultural District museum discuss the museums and their cultural impact, at Abu Dhabi Art.
Fatima and Hadeya Al Rumaithi and their memories of Qasr Al Hosn
Fatima Al Rumaithi and Hadeya Al Rumaithi take us back to their childhood memories of the celebrations in and around Qasr Al Hosn and their stories of the community that once surrounded the fort.
Misinterpretation: Critical Thinking in Arab Contemporary Art Practice
Curator Munira Al Sayegh in conversation with Sarah Al Agroobi, Manal Al Dowayan, Ahaad Alamoudi and Eman Ali.
