Art Attack Gallery
‘MOOD’ by BASSEM AL SHARQI, Art Attack Gallery, Jan 17th – Jan 22nd 2009
Bassem ALSharqi, a renowned pop artist in Saudi Arabia, has an impressive list of exhibitions under his belt. His work reflects the vintage style of Pop Art through a mix of mediums, such as collage, spray-paint, and silk screening.
Bassem’s art is often characterized by iconic images, such as the Mona Liza or a classic VW Buggy. When asked about the significance of bringing such images to the Arab world, he replied “These images are universal; they no longer just belong to the Western world”.
Opening Reception: Saturday, Jan 17th, 7.00pm – 10.00pm
Art Attack Gallery in Jumeirah 1, 51 St., Villa #14, Dubai, UAE,
Tel.: +971 4 344 9008, Email: artattack@eim.ae
