Sheikha Al Mayassa opens inaugural AISP exhibition
<p>Doha, Qatar: Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of Qatar Museums H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani opened the inaugural Artists Intensive Study Programme (AISP) exhibition at Fire Station, presenting works by 22 artists from Qatar and 14 countries worldwide in a major presentation of new and evolving contemporary artistic practices.</p> <p>The exhibition, which opened yesterday and…
Doha, Qatar - Sheikha Al Mayassa, the Board of Trustees Chairperson at Qatar Museums, inaugurated the inaugural Artists Intensive Study Programme (AISP) exhibition at Fire Station. The exhibition showcased works from 22 Qatari artists and 14 international artists, presenting new and evolving contemporary artistic practices. Spanning five galleries and the Plaza, the exhibition marked a significant milestone for Fire Station, which opened as the first under its new name - Fire Station - Centre for Contemporary Art Practices.
Curated by Wael Shawky, the exhibition aimed to foster cross-cultural collaboration and intellectual exchange by connecting emerging artists with internationally recognized artists and practitioners. The nine-month program emphasized artistic research, mentorship, and creative development. Shawky praised the achievements of the participating artists and highlighted the importance of nurturing Qatar's contemporary art scene. The exhibition ran until February 6, 2027.
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