Flying High – The Source of Pride by Emirati Khawla Al Falasi
Swiss Art Gate UAE in co-operation with Ajyad DIFC Dubai. A solo exhibition by Emirati artist, Khawla Al Falasi titled Flying high – The Source of Pride. The event features 13 photo-realistic falcon paintings in celebration of the UAE’s magnificent national bird of prey. The exhibition runs from April 23 until May 20, 2015, 7-9 pm, at Ajyad DIFC, Dubai.
The month-long gallery show sees Khawla Al Falasi showcasing her best of collection from the last two years, the first time she has displayed her work from this period. The exhibition comprises medium size oil on canvas paintings which reveal the majesty of the falcon with incredible precision.
Capturing the mesmerising birds in all their feathered glory, artist Khawla Al Falasi has created an idiom that harks back to the photo-realistic techniques that were popular at the turn of the century, with her impressive artwork incorporating lighting styles that were in use by Renaissance period artists. Her paintings are meticulous in presenting the juxtaposition of the birds, languid mood while perched, with the constant, intelligent movement of their heads as they assess their surroundings with thoughtful observation.
Our Guests of Honor:
- His Highness, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth, and Social Development
- His Highness, Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
- Her Highness, Shaikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority
- Her Excellency, Reem Ebrahim Al Hashimi, Emirati Minister of State and managing director for the Dubai World Expo 2020 Bid Committee