{
  "id": 17206057,
  "title": "Little Pieces of Shazil: An exhibition and art sale celebrating neurodiversity",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/little-pieces-of-shazil-an-exhibition-and-art-sale-celebrating",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-30T09:23:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/friday/art-people/little-pieces-of-shazil-an-exhibition-and-art-sale-celebrating-neurodiversity-1.500729499"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Shazil Salman, an 18-year-old neurodivergent artist, is set to unveil his debut exhibition and art sale, titled Little Pieces of Shazil, curated by Million Little Pieces. Over the past two years, Shazil has been crafting vibrant and expressive artworks through therapeutic art sessions with Zainab Abbas, the founder of Million Little Pieces. The exhibition's atmosphere is one of safety and support, allowing Shazil to freely explore and express his artistic vision. This event is not about artistic talent or flawlessness; instead, it focuses on celebrating individuality, creative expression, and providing Shazil with a platform to be recognized and appreciated as an artist. Each piece in the collection has been individually priced by Shazil, with all earnings earmarked for supporting People of Determination through a cause of his choosing. The exhibition invites visitors to engage with Shazil and his family, admire his artistic creations, and potentially acquire a small part of his creativity. The event is scheduled for Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 3 PM to 6 PM at The Space, located in Dubai's Production City. Entry tickets are priced at Dh55 and can be purchased through millionlittlepieces.com.",
  "summary": "18-year-old neurodivergent artist Shazil Salman is presenting his very first exhibition and art sale, Little Pieces of Shazil, hosted by Million Little Pieces. For almost two years, Shazil has been creating colourful, expressive artworks through therapeutic art with Zainab Abbas, founder of Million Little Pieces. His work has been created in a safe, supportive space where he is free to explore,…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}