Next Chapter Edition 1 is more than just an art exhibition—it marks the beginning of a cultural renaissance, redefining the narrative of contemporary art in the Middle East. This groundbreaking event is set to be one of the most talked-about cultural highlights of the year, bringing together 22 artists from 10 nationalities across the region.
Curated by Sahar Seyedjafar, an independent curator and the founder of Iris Contemporary Space, this ambitious project is designed to bridge the past and present, exploring the intersection of cultural roots and contemporary challenges. By uniting artists from Iran and the Arab world, the exhibition fosters dialogue and connection, celebrating both shared histories and evolving identities.
Participating Artists: Fereydoun Ave (Iran), Abdulrahim Sharif (Bahrain), Mohammed Kazem (UAE), Nicky Nodjoumi (Iran/USA), Najat Makki (UAE), Behrang Samadzadegan (Iran), Fahad Al Naymah (Saudi Arabia), Ghada Khunji (Bahrain), Hussein Madi (Lebanon), Hassan Al Meer (Oman), Mohammed Al Shammarey (Iraq), Babak Etminani (Iran), Maryam Al Homaid (Qatar), Ali Soltani (Iran), Maryam Abedi (Iran), Areen Hassan (Palestine), Tanya Azizi Asl (Iran), Hiva Alizadeh (Iran), Stephany Sanossian (Syria/Armenia), Fariba Boroufar (Iran), Mona Jula (Iran) and Mohammad Mardi (Iran).
Press release from Next Chapter Edition 1
Image: Areen Hassan. Heavenly Loom. 2024. Silkscreen & Unraveling on silk fabric. 610 x 330 cm
