Farah Al Qasimi's Decade-Long Practice Surveyed in Dubai
General Behaviour, a solo exhibition at Canvas in Dubai, presents US-based Emirati artist Farah Al Qasimi's photographic and video works from 2012 to 2021. The show is arranged chronologically across four sections: The World Is Sinking; Bodies and Spectre; May's Blue Eye; and Trompe L'Oeil. It also screens her videos Alone in a Crowd and Dream Soup. The exhibition explores multiculturalism and consumer culture in the UAE, challenging perceptions of reality and the intimacy of public versus private spaces. An immersive 360° walkthrough and an activity guide are available online.
Key facts
- Exhibition titled General Behaviour
- Features works from 2012 to 2021
- Four thematic sections: The World Is Sinking; Bodies and Spectre; May's Blue Eye; Trompe L'Oeil
- Screens videos Alone in a Crowd and Dream Soup
- Explores multiculturalism and consumer culture in the UAE
- Challenges perception of reality and public/private spaces
- Offers immersive 360° walkthrough online
- Activity guide available for download
Entities
Artists
- Farah Al Qasimi
Institutions
- Canvas
Locations
- Dubai
- United Arab Emirates