Emirati contemporary art exhibition opens in Kochi

A month-long exhibition of contemporary Emirati art has opened in Kochi, India. Organized by the Abu Dhabi-based Rizq Art Initiative in partnership with the Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, the Department of Cultural Affairs, and Abu Dhabi Art, the show presents works by emerging and established artists from the UAE. The exhibition aims to foster cultural exchange between India and the UAE, highlighting the diversity of contemporary art practices in the Emirates. It features paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media installations that explore themes of identity, heritage, and modernity. The event is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen artistic ties between the two regions.