Five of the best... Art exhibitions this week
Mezaina–Rooney
Gallery of Light, Ductac
In an event unique to Dubai, Mezaina-Rooney brings together an emerging young Emirati artist, Khalid Mezaina, and Declan Rooney, an established and widely exhibited Irish performance-based artist.
Mezaina and Rooney were first introduced via email in 2008 and met for the first time on November 8. Tomorrow, following nine days of working together, the artists showcase their art.
Call: 04 341 4777
Oh Victory!
B21 Gallery, Dubai
Rokni Haerizadeh's third show in Dubai is now open at B21. Here, the artist is at his satirical best, finding pomp and farce in the most unlikely of places.
Call: 04 340 3965
Moneyworks Bronze & Art Exhibition 2009
Emperor's Hall, DIFC
For the first time in the GCC, this exhibition showcases works by more than 40 sculptors and artists, including Jasper Johns, Anthony Quinn, Cecilia Rodhe and Alex Katz. For more information, visit www.difc.ae
Dubai, Transmutations
Empty Quarter Gallery, Dubai
Tomorrow is your last chance to catch this photography exhibition by Martin Becka, which captures the city using 19th century techniques.
To support the show, the gallery will be bringing an original camera dating from 1857 plus have a darkroom set up.
Call: 050 553 3879
Abu Dhabi Art
Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
Offering a fresh perspective on modern and contemporary art as seen from the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Abu Dhabi Art, which runs from this Thursday until Sunday, will bring together a selection of artists, galleries and dealers from around the world.
For more information, visit www.abudhabiartfair.ae
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