The Third Line
The original contemporary gallery in Al Quoz, the Third Line now has a branch in Doha and is one of the most accessible in the area. The brand now comprises publishing series, movie screenings and a book club. www.thethirdline.com
Art Sawa
One of the largest and most ambitious galleries in the district, Art Sawa is three warehouses converted into one and has over 1,200 square metres of space. www.artsawa.com
The Shelter
A converted warehouse that is now home to office incubator space, a magazine and design store, a screening room and coffee shop. The space has become a focal point for the creative community in Dubai. www.shelter.ae
B21
One of the first galleries to open way back in 2005, B21 focuses on showcasing contemporary Middle Eastern artists. The sparse, white, boxy space allows the art to breathe and many of the city’s art lovers consider B21 their favourite gallery. www.b21gallery.com
Ayyam Gallery
Promoting Syrian art, this 1,000-square-metre gallery was opened in June last year following the success of its first gallery in Damascus. Ayyam has played host to globally recognised and Dubai-based Syrian artists. www.ayyamgallery.com
The Jam Jar
Much more than a gallery, this space hosts everything from movie nights to workshops and hosts corporate events. The Jam Jar specialises in regional contemporary art and has been key to developing a scene in Al Quoz. www.thejamjardubai.com
Comments are closed.