Culture in Squares - Artwork

This vibrant mixed-media abstract painting is a kaleidoscopic tapestry of cultural memory, identity, and modernity. Through layered imagery, textures, and vivid color blocks, the work captures the multifaceted spirit of the United Arab Emirates, particularly Dubai. Elements like falcons, Arabian horses, traditional attire, and desert wildlife blend seamlessly with architectural icons such as the Burj Khalifa and vintage maps. Newspaper clippings, stamps, and nostalgic visuals evoke a sense of history and evolving national pride. The interplay of pixel-like squares suggests the digital age, while the use of collage techniques mirrors the diversity and complexity of contemporary Emirati life. The result is a rich visual narrative—both archival and futuristic—that invites the viewer to reflect on the intersection of tradition and transformation.