House of Wisdom becomes a unique venue of hotspots for residents as a part of the ongoing Sharjah Islamic Art Festival

Visitors are sure to be captivated and enchanted by the latest attractions at Sharjah's House of Wisdom. This spectacular place, which is a part of the Sharjah Islamic Art Festival beginning on December 13 and lasting until January 21, has grown to be a popular site for locals who are keen to take selfies with amazing installations and imaginative works of art by globally renowned artists. It has transformed into a must-see location for art lovers, the space serves as a platform for artists from all over the world to display their skills and creative works.

Al Sharat:

Polish artist Aleksandra Olszewska created this magnificent piece of art. Al Isharaat welcomes you as soon as you arrive at the location on campus. It's a large sculpture with angles and lines that make interesting patterns. It is balanced and elegant because the artist utilised steel mesh to build it, but it's not just that. The relationship between what we can see and what we cannot is symbolised by the forms in the artwork. It serves as a reminder of the significance of patterns and forms in Arab culture. As the sun sets, the artwork casts intriguing shadows that reveal secrets and provoke thought about knowledge, art, and emotions.

Power of One:

The festival's centrepiece is the installation "Power of One" by the American studio Choi + Shine Studio. This immersive artwork immerses visitors in a singular investigation into the core of humanity. The work, which consists of geometric lace shapes hanging over black water, elevates the ordinary to the extraordinary.

Viewers actively participate in the installation as they interact with it, signifying the understanding of one's ability to effect change. This contemplative voyage is the result of the architectural talents of artists Jin Choi and Thomas Shine.

Mewa by ToyStudio:

"Mewa" is a pavilion constructed of wooden ribs and unique panels with holes in them, designed by Toystudio, a UK-based company. It is built from a number of CNC-cut hardwood ribs centred around a core piece. The panels, which are perforated with geometric designs in the mashrabiya style, cover the ribs.

Since Muslims believe that only God is flawless, the imperfect circle emphasises the fact that we are fall short of perfection. The broken or incomplete circle symbolises the path humans take in life to achieve perfection. The panels' designs, which link the pavilion to the concept of manifestations and symbolise divinity, are reminiscent of those seen in mosques. It's a contemporary interpretation of Islamic art and design. The architecture of the pavilion shields it from the sun and casts cool shadows.

Mewa is an installation that investigates the idea of manifestations in Islamic art. It is a thought-provoking and visually magnificent portrayal of Islamic art and architecture in the modern day.

Manifestation of Soul:

Jassim Al Nasrallah, a Kuwaiti artist, talks on the presence of the invisible spirit, which may seem confusing. The theme of the artwork "Manifestations of the Soul" is coming to terms with oneself when in devotion. The Arabic text is constructed in a way that invites reflection on its meaning. It reads, "And the soul shimmered in light, exuding a beauty akin to the moon." Jassim invites viewers to engage with the artwork, asking them to reflect on their own souls and unearth profound concepts within.

Islamic arts are given a contemporary touch by Jassim, a master in traditional Arabic calligraphy. He picked up calligraphy at an early age, and the combination of tradition and modernity can be seen in his work. The Kuwait Opera House artwork was created by him. His goal is to integrate Arabic calligraphy with international art. He has worked on important projects such as the National Museum of Qatar.

Dandelion Project:

Explore the fascinating "Dandelion Project" created by Japanese artist Ryotaro Muramatsu. It's an endeavour planting seeds of harmony and global connectedness. The initiative began in 2020 and has since expanded to over 50 cities, creating a worldwide garden of hope via the uplifting power of technology. The artist hopes that their work would inspire people to pursue world peace. Muramatsu's deft use of technology allows these wishes to blossom into coordinating flowers, bringing people together despite the divide that exists online.

The creator of Naked, Inc., Muramatsuis, has a great deal of expertise in his field. In addition to being a lecturer and film director, his artistic pursuits include traditional Japanese arts, local rejuvenation, and presentations.