Magzoid Magazine - Luxury Magazine in the Creative Space | February 2024 |
People discuss my art and pretend to understand as if it were necessary to understand, when it’s simply necessary to love. — Claude Monet Dive into the vibrant canvas of Magzoid Magazine's February edition, "The Red Edition," as we usher in the month of love with a celebration of passion, creativity, and design. Redefine your senses with the cover story unveiling the depth and intensity of the color red, a symbolic ode to love and artistic expression. In the realm of art, our exclusive interview features Pouran Jinchi, unraveling her exhibition "Fly like a Dandelion" at Third Line, exploring themes of migration. Kamran Samimi takes center stage with "Before Nature (I Am Both Created and Destroyed)," drawing inspiration from Dubai's natural materials, creating a profound dialogue between creation and destruction.
People discuss my art and pretend to understand as if it were necessary to understand, when it’s simply necessary to love.
— Claude Monet
Dive into the vibrant canvas of Magzoid Magazine's February edition, "The Red Edition," as we usher in the month of love with a celebration of passion, creativity, and design. Redefine your senses with the cover story unveiling the depth and intensity of the color red, a symbolic ode to love and artistic expression.
In the realm of art, our exclusive interview features Pouran Jinchi, unraveling her exhibition "Fly like a Dandelion" at Third Line, exploring themes of migration. Kamran Samimi takes center stage with "Before Nature (I Am Both Created and Destroyed)," drawing inspiration from Dubai's natural materials, creating a profound dialogue between creation and destruction.
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HASSAN<br />
S H A R I F<br />
Hassan Sharif rema<strong>in</strong>s an <strong>in</strong>delible force with<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> realm of contemporary<br />
art, leav<strong>in</strong>g beh<strong>in</strong>d a legacy that cont<strong>in</strong>ues to resonate with profound<br />
impact and <strong>in</strong>fluence. Born on 1 January 1951 <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> United Arab<br />
Emirates, Sharif’s artistic journey and <strong>in</strong>tellectual contributions have solidified<br />
his reputation as a pivotal figure <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> development and proliferation<br />
of conceptual art with<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Gulf region.<br />
Based <strong>in</strong> Dubai, Sharif’s multifaceted<br />
practice encompassed a wide array<br />
of mediums, from sculpture and <strong>in</strong>stallation<br />
to performance and draw<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
His <strong>in</strong>novative approach to artmak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
transcended conventional boundaries, challeng<strong>in</strong>g<br />
established norms and redef<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> parameters of artistic expression. Sharif’s<br />
unwaver<strong>in</strong>g commitment to experimentation<br />
and exploration earned him <strong>the</strong> title of<br />
“fa<strong>the</strong>r of conceptual art <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Gulf,” a testament<br />
to his groundbreak<strong>in</strong>g contributions<br />
and visionary perspective.<br />
In addition to his prolific artistic practice,<br />
Sharif was also a dedicated writer, articulat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
his thoughts, ideas, and philosophies<br />
with eloquence and <strong>in</strong>sight. His writ<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
provided <strong>in</strong>valuable <strong>in</strong>sights <strong>in</strong>to his creative<br />
process, offer<strong>in</strong>g readers and fellow artists<br />
a deeper understand<strong>in</strong>g of his artistic vision<br />
and <strong>in</strong>tellectual pursuits.<br />
Sharif’s endur<strong>in</strong>g impact on <strong>the</strong> art world<br />
is fur<strong>the</strong>r evidenced by <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>clusion of his<br />
work <strong>in</strong> major public collections across <strong>the</strong><br />
globe. Institutions such as <strong>the</strong> Guggenheim<br />
New York, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, Centre<br />
Pompidou, Mathaf Arab Museum of Modern<br />
Art, Tate Modern, and Sharjah Art Foundation<br />
have recognized <strong>the</strong> significance of his<br />
contributions, preserv<strong>in</strong>g his artworks for<br />
future generations and ensur<strong>in</strong>g his legacy<br />
endures.<br />
Through his found<strong>in</strong>g of Al Marijah Art<br />
Atelier and his mentorship of emerg<strong>in</strong>g artists,<br />
Sharif played a pivotal role <strong>in</strong> shap<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> artistic landscape of <strong>the</strong> United Arab<br />
Emirates. His dedication to foster<strong>in</strong>g creativity,<br />
nurtur<strong>in</strong>g talent, and champion<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
transformative power of art has left an <strong>in</strong>delible<br />
mark on <strong>the</strong> cultural fabric of <strong>the</strong> region.<br />
Hassan Sharif’s life and work serve as a<br />
testament to <strong>the</strong> profound impact of artistic<br />
vision, <strong>in</strong>tellectual curiosity, and unwaver<strong>in</strong>g<br />
dedication. His endur<strong>in</strong>g legacy cont<strong>in</strong>ues<br />
to <strong>in</strong>spire and resonate, rem<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g us of <strong>the</strong><br />
boundless possibilities of artistic exploration<br />
and <strong>the</strong> endur<strong>in</strong>g power of creativity to transcend<br />
boundaries, challenge conventions,<br />
and foster mean<strong>in</strong>gful dialogue.<br />
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