The publication features an introduction by Dawn Ross as well as short texts on works in the exhibition, which explored materiality in contemporary art practices. The publication moves away from the traditional representation of artworks in an exhibition catalogue and features 18 illustrated postcards, each representing a work in the exhibition.
Artists included: Adel Abdessemed, Haig Aivazian, Abbas Akhavan, Diana Al-Hadid, Doa Aly, Fayçal Baghriche, Walead Beshty, Vikram Divecha, Jason Dodge, Zahrah Al-Ghamdi, Bita Ghezelayagh, Mohammed Kazem, Azade Köker, Cinthia Marcelle, Keita Miyazaki, Slavs and Tatars, Moffat Takadiwa and Mario García Torres.
About the Contributor
Dawn Ross is Head of Collections at Art Jameel, responsible for the Art Jameel Collection and associated exhibitions, both those at the Jameel Arts Centre and loans with partner museums regionally and internationally.
About Jameel Arts Centre
Jameel Arts Centre is an independent institution dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art to the public and engaging communities through learning, research and commissions. Founded and supported by Art Jameel, the Centre is located in Jaddaf Waterfront, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
About Art Jamee
Art Jameel is an organisation that supports artists and creative communities. Current initiatives include running heritage institutes and restoration programmes, plus a broad range of arts and educational initiatives for all ages. The organisation’s programmes foster the role of the arts in building open, connected communities; at a time of flux and dramatic societal shifts, this role is understood as more crucial than ever.
