The Sandy Times

Nickie Zimov: 'For an Artist, Art Is Like a Diary'

Let us see how Nickie weaves himself into each of his works

by Alexandra Mansilla

20 Feb 2025

Crowd Test

Parties

Crowd Test Helipad Edition: Best Music. Best People. Best Saturday Night

Last Saturday was a blast. Check it out — just to make sure you do not miss the next party

by Dara Morgan

18 Feb 2025

Music Of Nature And the Fight For Female Visibility. Meet the Artist Lana Khayat

See how she explores femininity, cultural memory, and linguistic heritage through her work

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Feb 2025

Photography

Ala Rasi: Through the Lens Of Rana Khadra

Discovering how Rana Khadra explores humanity, culture, and color with her photos

by Dina Fares

16 Feb 2025

Reviving a Damaged Church In Beirut. Interview With Marine Bustros, Interior Designer

How was it possible to make 19th-century church feel completely new while still respecting its heritage?

by Alexandra Mansilla

12 Feb 2025

Fashion

Sale Hunters: Little Things To Buy For Any Occasion

These presents will definitely work for anyone — so don’t hesitate

by Alexandra Mansilla

11 Feb 2025

Parties

KLO Kicks Off a New Party Trend In Dubai: The Afternoon Pop-Ups

Spontaneous Sunday parties in unexpected places — right in the middle of the day

by Alexandra Mansilla

10 Feb 2025

Lava Ilieva: 'Anyone Сan Create With Money. True Skill Is Turning ‘Garbage’ Into Value'

The thrilling story of a girl you know as one of the driving forces behind THE KARAK and FLAVA LAB

by Alexandra Mansilla

10 Feb 2025

Devastation Or Hope? Fatspatrol’s Black-and-White Figures Leave It Open

The artist unveils the story behind the sad (or not?) figures from House 196 at Sikka — now heading to Crowd Test

by Alexandra Mansilla

9 Feb 2025

Understanding Adversity Through Art. Interview with Hana El-Sagini

The story of an artist who turned an exhibition space into a hospital, immersing everyone in her experience

by Alexandra Mansilla

6 Feb 2025

'I Have Always Been a Dreamer': Meet Mujahid, the Mastermind Behind Sard Visuals

Read about Muji's journey — how it unfolded, who shaped it, and the barriers he faced

by Alexandra Mansilla

2 Feb 2025

Abu Dhabi

Dubai

UAE Cultural Digest: February 2025

Diving into the details of February’s best art and music events

by Barbara Yakimchuk

1 Feb 2025

House 196 At Sikka: Anatomy Of Vulnerability

Let's walk through each room of the House and explore how artists navigate vulnerability

by Alexandra Mansilla

31 Jan 2025

Exploring Healing And Memory Through Wool: 'Shroud Is a Cloth' By Adrian Pepe

Head to the exhibition to see how Adrian gives the wool a voice and lets it tell its story

by Alexandra Mansilla

29 Jan 2025

Exploring Artists' Vulnerability At Sikka. Interview With Ahmad Makary

What is happening in House 196, and why is it dedicated to vulnerability?

by Alexandra Mansilla

28 Jan 2025

Palestinian Cities In Vibrant Colours: Meet the Artist Rawan Anani

For Rawan, the cities of her homeland are always bright, colourful, and full of beauty

by Alexandra Mansilla

22 Jan 2025

A Story Of a Man Who Collected Over 12,000 Objects. Told By Ohida Khandakar

Ohida, an artist from Kolkata, created a film about the collection and shared it with the world

by Alexandra Mansilla

16 Jan 2025

UAE Cultural Digest: January 2025

Your must-visit list for this month: from desert film festivals to contemporary art events

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 Jan 2025

Dubai

Dubai Galleries 101: Places Where To Find Arts In Dubai

Full guide about Dubai galleries for newcomers and locals

by Sophie She

3 Jan 2025