Exhibition was curated by Art4you Gallery and hosted by Picasso Gallery Dubai.
Dubai: On August 20, 2023, ART4You Gallery, a well-known gallery in the United Arab Emirates, sponsored an
exclusive art exhibition titled “Faces – Portraiture.” This was the second in a series of portrait exhibitions
created and presented by Ms. Jesno Jackson, curator and creator of ART4You Gallery. “The Faces” was an
assemblage of portraits created by internationally recognized painters. Accompanied by four sculptures and
fifty paintings by fourteen artists from twelve different nations, the Picasso Gallery is appropriately located at
‘The Faces’.
‘Faces – Portraiture,’ an art exhibition by ART4You gallery, was developed with the goal of revealing the past,
experiencing the present, and preserving for the future, and has received widespread recognition from the art
world. The artworks were tastefully displayed based on the nature of the creation demonstrating the gallery’s
expert curating talents. This exhibition deviates from conventional depictions of human anatomy. The show
challenges artists to go further and investigate the multifaceted and alluring beauty of humanity. This gorgeous
collection features a diverse spectrum of styles that arouse curiosity and provoke introspection, from realistic
depictions to abstract interpretations. This occasion honors powerful, creative, and gifted artists from all across
the world.
As we have seen in a number of exhibitions over the years, Art4you Gallery is renowned for its excellence,
inventive ideas, and prominence in execution. They also make sure that a certain element of surprise is
maintained, which is what makes each subsequent event unique and enthralling for both the artists and the art
enthusiasts.
Through the use of colors, textures, and shapes, each piece shared a unique story that captures moments of
happiness, sadness, reflection, and peace. The exhibition challenged the viewers to look beyond the surface,
appreciate the beauty of our shared humanity, and recognize the strength and resilience that each artist
possesses within. The featured artists were Andrew Scanlan – Britain, Aimee Sarah George – India, Abir
Ouertani – Tunisia, Dr. Rasha Meaad – Egypt, Hessa Alzaabi – UAE, Joy Najm – Lebanon, Khuloud Almhairi –
UAE, Lene Pieters – South Africa, Mahboobeh Shahnavas – Iran, Neethu George – India, Rand Alkishtaini – Iraq
/ Bahrain, Rania Abdelrahman – Sudan, Roa’ Al Madani – UAE, & Una St Tropez – France.
Portraiture played an important role prior to the invention of photography because it carries a centuries-old
legacy and was not limited to only being a creation but also as a strong representation of an individual, that
echoes its physical appearance, emotions, and character in multiple mediums such as painting, sculpture, and
so on through the brilliance of an artist. Even in the twentieth century, when we have all the latest tools
supported by contemporary technology that can capture all of your expressions and feelings with a single click,
artists have never forgotten the age-old practice of portraiture and the uniqueness associated with it.
To ensure the visitors’ comfort and the continuity of their viewing experience, the 54 artworks shown in ‘Faces
- Portraiture’ were divided into three parts in the exhibition area. The curator selected all of the artworks to
ensure the highest standards, and when the artist explained the stories and factors that influenced them to
create the artworks, the gathering realized the works were not just pieces of art, but they held a life force
within them, a force that could converse with its spectator
Dr. Abdulla Al Shabani (Charter of Loyalty and Belonging to His Highness presented of UAE) inaugurated ‘Faces’
with H.E Yaqoob Al Ali(Executive Director & Private Advisor- Office of His Highness sheikh Juma bin Maktoum
Al Maktoum) in the presence of H.E Laila Rahhall (Goodwill Ambassador, Founder & President of Business
Gate, Woman Business Circle), Lara Tabet (TV Presenter, Realtor, Luxury Brand Ambassador, Founder Arab
Fashion Preneur), AbdulAziz Ahmad (CEO – Safeer Corporate Services Ltd), Hind Sultan Almarzooqi (Director of
Culture Office & Acting Director of Marketing – Ajman Development of Tourism Dept), Abdulaziz Hamad
Almahri (Director of Legal Affairs Office at Ajman Department of Tourism Development), Abdullah
Gohar(Business Development Advisor – Chairman for Ajman Development of Tourism Dept) and Mohammed
Ali. During the opening talk, VIP Guests shared their perspectives on portraiture and emphasized the
significance of this art form. All of the attendees expressed their thoughts on ‘Faces’ and complimented the
ART4You gallery and all of the participating artists on a fantastic display.
“Portraiture has always been flattering, and painters who refused to flatter had their work rejected. Portrait
painting for commission, or on order, has become more unusual among famous modern artists. Even as
portrait painting flourished in the 1990s, artists began to use video to create living portraits. This art gallery
exhibition features the work of 14 artists ranging from veterans to emerging artists. The concept of this
exhibition, which attempts to bring together work from several genres, has been straying from the standard
notion of portrait art. We wanted to bring portrait artwork to the forefront because it is a type of work that is
underappreciated. We have included 50 artworks in this show that includes various subjects and styles. While
you travel through the gallery you will notice that the themes and styles in this event clearly justifies that the
portraits allow for a breadth of expressiveness, a scrutiny of the person, and the occasion to connect with
those around us.” says curator Ms. Jesno Jackson
“This show, which celebrated the human spirit, enabled art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in these
amazing pieces of art, interact with the narratives they convey, and feel their profound influence. It was a lifechanging event that honored the ability of art to uplift and unite all people, not just an art show”, says Rengi
Cherian – Founder of Art4you Gallery.
