Katara opens Contemporary Graphic Art Exhibition featuring 29 artists

“Katara Cultural Village Foundation opened a Contemporary Graphic Art Exhibition featuring 29 artists from Qatar and abroad, showcasing more than 170 works across modern printmaking techniques. The exhibition runs until May 18 at Hall 18 in Katara. The show brings together artists from different generations, reflecting diverse styles and schools within printmaking. Exhibition co-ordinator Abdulrahman al-Muttawa praised Katara’s support, saying it strengthens the presence of printmaking in the art scene and unites specialised artists from Qatar and around the world. He noted his six exhibited works are inspired by the character and societal role of Qatari women. Artist Haifa al-Khuzai said the exhibition highlights the breadth of printmaking techniques and serves as a platform for dialogue on its aesthetics and methods, adding that her works draw on traditional Qatari women’s attire through silk printing. Artist Lina al-Ali commended Katara’s support for the visual arts, describing the exhibition as a reflection of Qatar’s rich cultural scene and a platform for artistic exchange. She said her works explore the identity of Qatari women and their connection to national heritage.

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