42 February 2013 www.bahrainthismonth.com happeningsartsculture Islamic Geometry When? February 1-26 | Event? Exhibition | Venue? Al Riwaq Art Space Lulwa Al Homoud will showcase her latest works in an exhibition titled ‘The Language of Existence’. Each piece on display deconstructs Allah’s many beautiful names into patterns similar to Islamic geometry, using both Roman and Islamic numerals. She works by understanding that Arabic letters have proportions which represent mathematical codes. These are used to break letters into simpler lines and as a building block for geometrical designs. The end result is a computer-generated geometrical artwork, which has been recalibrated and, using a silkscreen, printed on paper. The artist treats us to her work derived from the most beautiful 99 names of Allah. Lulwa, from Riyadh, spent time at a school in London exploring calligraphy and Arab design. She has participated in and helped to curate the 2008 ‘Edge of Arabia’ exhibition at the SOAS Brunei Gallery. Her work was also chosen by Christie’s in April 2009 for their Middle East auction in Dubai. E Call 17 717-441. A Prestigious Showing A Day in a Life When? February1-28 | Event? Exhibition | Venue? Bahrain National Museum When? February 2-28 | Event? Exhibition | Venue? World Beat Fitness Café Entering its 39th year, the Bahrain Fine Arts (BFA) Exhibition displays some of the island’s best artists. This year’s open-themed edition allows for a multitude of different concepts and mediums to be used and displayed, including oils on canvas, mixed media, sculptures and installations. Being the longest running art event in the GCC, the BFA attracts art lovers and collectors from all over the region. The judging committee consists of artist Shaikh Rashed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa along with Dr Nazan Olcer, director of Istanbul’s Sabanci Museum and Omar Kattan from the Al Kattan Art Federation. E Call 17 298-811. Shahnaz Fayaz shares her experiences through colourful and vibrant images in an exhibition that will be on display throughout the month. The collection of paintings, titled ‘Reflections’, are influenced by her roots in India and her subsequent education and life spanning more than three decades in Bahrain. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet and talk to the artist on the opening day from 4-6pm. E Call 17 612-576.
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