STTP Programming

Smile Through The Pain

Programming

Exhibition Opening

Date: 16 October
Time: 7-11 PM

Join us for the opening of Smile Through The Pain. Meet the artists and discover how their stories of resilience, memory, and identity are expressed through powerful works of art.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Talk: Art, Archive, and Rebirth

Date: Sunday 19 October
Time: 12PM-2PM

Join curator Nadine Khoury in conversation with Syrian curator Line Kouwatli and artists Joumana Mortada and Majd Henawi for a discussion on creating art amid political instability. Together, they’ll explore how Syrian artists continue to produce and preserve art as a form of resistance, documentation, and cultural archive—and how, despite years of turmoil, Syria’s art ecosystem is experiencing a powerful rebirth.

*This talk will be conducted in Arabic

Tatreez Workshop

Date: Sunday 19 October
Time: 4PM
Price: 250 AED (limited seats)

Led by Samar Hejazi, a Palestinian textile artist with nearly a decade of experience in Tatreez, this introductory workshop is tailored for enthusiasts eager to learn the basics of this traditional craft.

Throughout the session, you will master the fundamental stitching techniques essential to Tatreez. By the end of the workshop, you will have begun creating a traditional Palestinian motif. Whether you aim to connect with your heritage or simply admire the beauty of Tatreez, this workshop offers a meaningful and inspiring journey into the art of Palestinian embroidery. 

1-on-1 Crit Session with Nadine Khoury

Date: Tuesday 21 October
Time: 7PM – 9PM
Price: 50 AED

Get a 1-on-1 critique session with Nadine Khoury. Spend 30 minutes discussing the trajectory of your art practice, receiving constructive feedback on your portfolio, and gaining tailored advice on the next steps to take in your career.

1-on-1 Crit Session with Nadine Khoury

Date: Wednesday 22 October
Time: 7PM – 9PM
Price: 50 AED

Get a 1-on-1 critique session with Nadine Khoury. Spend 30 minutes discussing the trajectory of your art practice, receiving constructive feedback on your portfolio, and gaining tailored advice on the next steps to take in your career.

1-on-1 Crit Session with Nadine Khoury

Date: Saturday 25 October
Time: 11AM – 2PM
Price: 50 AED

Get a 1-on-1 critique session with Nadine Khoury. Spend 30 minutes discussing the trajectory of your art practice, receiving constructive feedback on your portfolio, and gaining tailored advice on the next steps to take in your career.