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ART SPEAKS FOR ITSELF:
bazaar speaks with Nada Dalloul
What makes an artist? Is it their daringness to defy stigmas and break boundaries; their technical mastery of replicating reality in meticulous detail through the skillful use of color and lines; or is it the timely importance of their message and the metaphysical implications it holds for society and the human condition? Is it one thing, one universal standard, or is art a personal experience?
And what counts as art? There have been gourmet chefs who brought tears to the eyes of the hungry simply by concocting an inspirational combination of flavors and food textures. Is that art? There are also eloquent spokespeople, lawyers and PR reps capable of convincing you that the answer to your debt problems is investing in a mansion, lea... read |
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HYPHENATED NOTIONS OF FARAJ DAHAM
His artworks are rendered in an interesting 'dual perspective' rousing intuitive reactions from the viewer who has to look a bit extra hard at his illusive works to capture multitude of meanings.
Like quasi-utopian affirmation, his work embraces worlds within a worldwith a rhythm of repetition that demands the attention of both thesenses and the intellect of the viewer. Most of his imagery is drawnfrom everyday life and global happenings a... read |
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ANTONIO BASELGA
And the art of transportation
I’m not so pretentious as to come across as experienced in the realm of art criticism. It’s only that I love art, and this makes my opinion slightly more informed than someone who is indifferent or adverse. So let me say this quickly: Spanis... read |
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POETRY IN MOTION
Capturing all the subtlety and nuances of the magic of bharatanatyam, Guru Rangashree’s disciples enthralled the audience with their rich dance repertoire.
Indian Dance Company Kinkini’s silver jubilee celebrations were a true celebration of the Indian heritage. The brilliant juxtaposition of rhythm, melody, mood, movement, and music was inspirational and uplifting and spoke volumes about the inc... read |
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COMPLETE LIVING’S TRANSFORMATION
Making over a journalist’s room
For all things modern, classic, contemporary, and all
that’s in between, Complete Living knows what you crave and is set to provide
what you need. With international brands and local talents, everything is
exclusive to suit your demands. Bein... read |
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GULF BANK
Banking takes a different perspective
Gulf Bank prides itself in constantly working to improve
the banking experience of all their clients. Striving to achieve a level of
banking convenience that will raise the bar on the kind of service their
customers seek, they introduced Mobile... read |
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KHAMACHEER
GARAGE SALE
The hidden treasures amongst the piles
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” is a pretty
popular proverb that summarizes thrift shopping. We all have things that we
once loved, or hated, and kept for years. Then there comes a point where you
start thinking “there mus... read |
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DARAT
AL-ZUHOR
Gorgeous boutiques and vintage markets
Amidst
all the traffic that makes Salmiya so vibrant, and in the outskirts of the rush
on the 4th Ring Road, you will find a shop that offers only the most exclusive
of fashion’s finest. Nowadays it’s virtually impossible to find a dress or... read |
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ANAYABE
Where internet auction services are in reverse
In the past, auctioned items were given to the highest
bidder. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the 21st century, and everything from the
way we get around to our shopping habits have changed. So why do we still
expect to pay obscenely high prices... read |
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BLOGGERS:
FASHION’S NEW ARMY
It seems like every time we blink these days there’s a new “fabulous”
fashion blog launching in Kuwait. There is no doubt that “Confashions”
(www.confashionsfromkuwait.com/) was the pioneer in this category, but now she
has more competition than she ever anticipated. The fashion blog market in
Kuwait (and the world) has become so s... read |
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POSTSECRET Kuwait
People of Kuwait, what’s your secret?
Blogging has always been a big part of society’s venting process. People blog to vent about their political views, social behaviors, and even shopping, while others blog about the hottest trends in fashion, food, and lifestyle things. Then a new... read |
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THE LAUNCH OF DIA
A shopping platform for the independent luxury designer
Dia (dia-boutique.com), fashion and shopping website with an exclusive selection of independent and limited pieces, launches in Spring 2010. Whether it is a boutique in downtown Beirut, an avant-garde store off Shoreditch’s High Street or a star... read |
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PECHA
KUCHA NIGHT #5
Talent, ideas, and more
Anyone who’s attended the previous Pecha Kucha nights
knows that it’s a night filled with inspiration. From the second you walk in to
the last presentation, everything you see will give you a sense of pride. Not
only pride in the people tha... read |
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SWAROVSKI
ELEMENTS
Swarovski DIY-Create your style
Swarovski has always been the leading crystal
traders worldwide and anyone with a sense of “bling” knows that. Glitz and
glamour have always been a girl’s best friend, and Crystal House Kuwait has
brought all things glitzy a step closer t... read |
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“A SMALL PAINTING WITHIN A BIG HEART”
Artists inspired and giving back
In a villa located in Mishref, is an art gallery known as Ghadir Gallery run by renowned artist Thuraya Al-Baqsami and named after her beloved daughter. Creating and loving the arts, Thuraya is one of the prominent names in the world of writers an... read |
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P2BK
Project Nation Sensation
Annually and for the third consecutive year, the Proud to be Kuwaiti team has rounded up all the talents and businesses they can find in Kuwait to exhibit their work in the form of booths or stage performances. “We aim to show the world that Kuw... read |
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