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Iyad Qanazea Gallery is pleased to share that Christie’s has selected a work by Emirati artist Najat Makki, for presenta...
15/10/2026

Iyad Qanazea Gallery is pleased to share that Christie’s has selected a work by Emirati artist Najat Makki, for presentation at Mawasem, opening November 1st at the Edition Hotel Abu Dhabi. This moment coincides with her ongoing solo exhibition, Whispering Definitions, now on view at Iyad Qanazea Gallery — together offering a fuller portrait of an artist still, quietly, redefining what she makes.

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Don’t miss the chance to visit “Whispering Definitions”, the solo exhibition by Emirati artist Dr. Najat at Iyad Qanazea...
19/09/2026

Don’t miss the chance to visit “Whispering Definitions”, the solo exhibition by Emirati artist Dr. Najat at Iyad Qanazea Gallery in Abu Dhabi.

For more information, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
W/A & Mobile: +971544425127
Website: www.qanazea.com

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18/09/2026

Don’t miss the chance to visit “Whispering Definitions”, the solo exhibition by Emirati artist Dr. Najat at Iyad Qanazea Gallery in Abu Dhabi.

For more information, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
W/A & Mobile: +971544425127
Website: www.qanazea.com

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We are pleased to invite you to the opening of “Whispering Definitions” a solo exhibition by the Emirati artist Najat Ma...
31/08/2026

We are pleased to invite you to the opening of “Whispering Definitions” a solo exhibition by the Emirati artist Najat Makki, at Iyad Qanazea Gallery.

Date: Thursday, 10 September 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Iyad Qanazea Gallery

Najat Makki is one of the pioneering figures of contemporary art in the United Arab Emirates. Known for her expressive use of color, lyrical abstraction, and deep connection to Emirati heritage, her work bridges intuition, symbolism, and experimentation. Over decades of artistic practice, she has played a vital role in shaping the UAE’s cultural landscape, inspiring generations through her distinctive visual language and her commitment to artistic exploration.

We look forward to welcoming you to this meaningful event.

We are delighted to welcome Jawad Al Malhi to the Iyad Qanazea Gallery.Jawad Al Malhi is a multidisciplinary artist work...
27/08/2026

We are delighted to welcome Jawad Al Malhi to the Iyad Qanazea Gallery.

Jawad Al Malhi is a multidisciplinary artist working in painting, sculpture, photography, video, and installation, focusing on everyday community life and crowd dynamics.

He has exhibited widely, including Sharjah Biennial 09 & 15, Venice Biennale (2009, 2017, 2026), Documenta 13, Pompidou Centre, Qalandia International, the Palestinian Museum, Kamal Lazzar Foundation, Barjeel Art Foundation and Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi. Recent shows include Place‑Ness (Pompidou Málaga, 2024), Fragmentation (Doha, 2024), And After (Abu Dhabi, 2025) and is currently representing the UAE in the National Pavilion at the 61st International Venice Biennale.

His solo exhibitions include Wa Ba3den (Lisbon, 2025), The Walled Off Hotel (Bethlehem, 2017), House No. 197 (Brussels, 2017), and Measures of Uncertainty (Jerusalem 2014; Art Dubai 2016). Residencies include Delfina Foundation, Townhouse Cairo, IASPIS Stockholm and Mamaus Lisbon.

His works are held in major collections such as the British Museum, Imperial War Museum, Pompidou, Kamal Lazzar Foundation, Barjeel, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah Art Foundation, and he is shortlisted for the Ithra Prize 2026.

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photo credit: line courtesy of UAE National Pavilion.

We are delighted to welcome Jawad Al Malhi to the Iyad Qanazea Gallery.Jawad Al Malhi is a multidisciplinary artist work...
27/08/2026

We are delighted to welcome Jawad Al Malhi to the Iyad Qanazea Gallery.

Jawad Al Malhi is a multidisciplinary artist working in painting, sculpture, photography, video, and installation, focusing on everyday community life and crowd dynamics.

He has exhibited widely, including Sharjah Biennial 09 & 15, Venice Biennale (2009, 2017, 2026), Documenta 13, Pompidou Centre, Qalandia International, the Palestinian Museum, Kamal Lazzar Foundation, Barjeel Art Foundation and Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi. Recent shows include Place‑Ness (Pompidou Málaga, 2024), Fragmentation (Doha, 2024), And After (Abu Dhabi, 2025) and is currently representing the UAE in the National Pavilion at the 61st International Venice Biennale.

His solo exhibitions include Wa Ba3den (Lisbon, 2025), The Walled Off Hotel (Bethlehem, 2017), House No. 197 (Brussels, 2017), and Measures of Uncertainty (Jerusalem 2014; Art Dubai 2016). Residencies include Delfina Foundation, Townhouse Cairo, IASPIS Stockholm and Mamaus Lisbon.

His works are held in major collections such as the British Museum, Imperial War Museum, Pompidou, Kamal Lazzar Foundation, Barjeel, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah Art Foundation, and he is shortlisted for the Ithra Prize 2026.

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photo credit line courtesy of UAE National Pavilion.

Iyad Qanazea Gallery is pleased to invite you to the closing reception of “In A Group Picture” by artist Inass Yassin.We...
14/08/2026

Iyad Qanazea Gallery is pleased to invite you to the closing reception of “In A Group Picture” by artist Inass Yassin.

We look forward to welcoming you to this special concluding event.

Date: 20 August 2026
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Iyad Qanazea Gallery

For RSVP, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Call: 0544425127

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Mena Road
Abu Dhabi
00000

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Monday 11:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 11:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 11:00 - 18:00
Thursday 11:00 - 18:00
Friday 11:00 - 16:00

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