art

The heritage of embroidery is an important part of Lebanon’s cultural tapestry but it’s a tradition in fast decline. We meet the women of Artisanat du Chouf and Artisanat Mabrouk who …

Despite the digitization of design, the tradition of hand-painted banners, known as yaftat, show no signs of disappearing. Kubik Design Studio director and adjunct graphic design lecturer at LAU, Maria Bahous …

Building the boats for the fishermen of Lebanon, one modest workshop in the southern city of Saida continues the tradition of boat building  The ancient port town of Saida has an …

Curator and museum expert, Juliana Khalaf, takes us on a cultural journey beyond the country’s capital. She explores the Modern and Contemporary Art Museum (MACAM) in Alita, a new platform for …

Designer Rana Salam has always had a strong connection to her Lebanese roots. Living in London for over two decades did not sever any ties, rather it evoked a new art …

With her innovative designs, Joumana Medlej represents a modern and exciting development in the world of calligraphy. She delves back into calligraphy’s roots and pulls them into the future. The New …

Artist Abdallah Hatoum documents the evolving Beirut landscape in a unique way While most artists are busy recording the changing landscape of Beirut on film or with paint, one man is demonstrating …

In the middle of Baaklin’s serene forest, in the wonderfully preserved Shouf district, lies Bkerzay This artistic workshop and meeting hub, located amidst olive groves and pine trees, is for all those who …

Jewelry is one of Lebanon’s foremost industries with artisans that are both gifted and skilled. But, as many young jewelry designers know, there aren’t many outlets to promote their creativity. The …