Inaugurating three outdoor exhibitions at Islamic Arts Festival

November 22, 2025 / 10:58 PM

Sharjah 24: Mohammed Al Qasir, who oversees cultural affairs and the Islamic Arts Festival, announced that new outdoor artwork was unveiled on Saturday. This collection features a mix of installations, murals, calligraphy, and photographs, all inspired by Islamic art and themed around the festival's title, "Siraj," which means "Lighthouse."

Speaking to “Sharjah 24,” Al Qasir shared that the House of Wisdom is displaying pieces by Emirati artist Salma Al Mansouri called "Manara" (Lighthouse) and British artist Romina Khanum's work titled "Luminous Passages: The Five Pillars." Additionally, other artworks are on show. At the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, visitors can see “Circle of Light” by Kuwaiti artist Mahmoud Shaker, “Ashes and Order” by Emirati artist Rawda Al Mazrouei, and "Repetition" by Iranian artist Neda Salmanpour. Furthermore, the Al Zahia Shopping Centre is featuring a selection of photographs showcasing Islamic art, created in partnership with the Emirates Photography Society.