al markhiya gallery

07/05/2026

al markhiya gallery & Katara Arts Center present:
Artist Talk with Nazar Yahya moderated by Hassan Manasrah.

Join us for an in-depth conversation between two remarkable artists as they explore their printmaking practices — from technique to creative process.

📅 Monday, 11 May

🕡 6:30 PM

📍 Katara Cultural Village, Building 5, Doha

To reserve your place: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/EhZ8Cudg15

01/05/2026

Happy Labour Day

Falah Al-Saeedi (b. 1976, Babil, Iraq) is an Iraqi artist who began painting at a young age and graduated with honors from the Institute of Fine Arts in Iraq. His work reflects a unique ability to transform everyday realities into harmonious compositions, often drawing from personal and cultural experiences. Having lived in Iraq, Jordan, and now the United States, his practice continues to evolve across different contexts, with his works widely collected across the Middle East.

From the Abdulla bin Ali Al Thani Collection.

30/04/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR OUR ARTISTS ⚠️

It has come to our attention that a fraudulent message is currently circulating, targeting artists we represent.

The message claims to be from an artist inviting you to participate in a Web3 exhibition and submit your work as NFTs. This message is NOT from us, and NOT from the artist whose name is being used. It is spam.

If you have received a message referencing a Web3 exhibition, NFT tokenization, or a partnership with al markhiya galleries — please do not respond or click any links.

We take the safety and integrity of our artists very seriously. If you are ever unsure whether a communication is genuine, please reach out to us directly before taking any action.

For now, we have taken down our website viewing room until we can assure it's secure again.

Stay safe. 🙏

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28/04/2026

FEATURED ARTIST

YOUSEF AHMAD (b.1955 , Qatar)

At al markhiya gallery, The Fire Station, Doha
This exhibition brings together the works of two influential figures in contemporary Arab art: Hazem El Mestikawy (1965–2024, Egypt) and Yousef Ahmad (b. 1955, Qatar).

Two distinct practices, two deeply personal visual languages—converging in a shared space of reflection, memory, and form.
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NOW SHOWING At al markhiya gallery, The Fire Station, Doha This exhibition brings together the works of two influential figures in contemporary Arab art: Hazem El Mestikawy (1965–2024, Egypt) and Yousef Ahmad (b. 1955, Qatar). Two distinct practices, two deeply personal visual languages—convergi...

28/04/2026

FEATURED ARTIST

HAZEM EL MESTIKAWY (1965–2024, Egypt)

At al markhiya gallery, The Fire Station, Doha
This exhibition brings together the works of two influential figures in contemporary Arab art: Hazem El Mestikawy (1965–2024, Egypt) and Yousef Ahmad (b. 1955, Qatar).

Two distinct practices, two deeply personal visual languages—converging in a shared space of reflection, memory, and form.

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NOW SHOWING At al markhiya gallery, The Fire Station, Doha This exhibition brings together the works of two influential figures in contemporary Arab art: Hazem El Mestikawy (1965–2024, Egypt) and Yousef Ahmad (b. 1955, Qatar). Two distinct practices, two deeply personal visual languages—convergi...

22/04/2026

Our participation in Art Basel Qatar 2026 brought al markhiya gallery into a global conversation.

Featuring Living: Architectures of Memory by Bouthayna Al Muftah, the presentation explored the evolving relationship between memory and identity.

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Our participation in Art Basel Qatar 2026 brought al markhiya gallery into a global conversation. Featuring Living: Architectures of Memory by Bouthayna Al Muftah, the presentation explored the evolving relationship between memory and identity.

15/04/2026

Opening Wednesday 22 April al markhiya gallery at the Fire Station presents an exhibition bringing together two pioneering figures of modern Arab art: Qatari painter Yousef Ahmad and Egyptian sculptor Hazem El Mestikawy.

Both artists have worked across different disciplines and geographies, sharing a deep commitment to abstraction rooted in place, material, and cultural memory. For more information contact al markhiya gallery at: [email protected]

13/04/2026

Excited to be part of "Between the Majlis and the Gallery" hosted by Sanad Al Doha since December 2025 until now.

Catch us up and experience the authenticity of heritage with modern art.

13/04/2026

UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

al markhiya gallery | Katara Art Center, Bldg. 5 | 21 April 2026
BETWEEN SURFACE AND MEANING

al markhiya gallery | The Fire Station | 22 April 2026
HAZEM MESTIKAWY AND YOUSEF AHMAD

Mark your calendars and Don't miss it!

12/04/2026

Opening Tuesday, 21 April 2026
al markhiya gallery at Katara Art center, building 5 presents:

Between Surface and Meaning:
A Selection of Works on Paper

This group exhibition features a wide range of artists from the region whose work spans a mix of disciplines from printmaking and collage to mixed media and artists’ books. Through these varied forms, images and ideas take shape through time and process. For more information.
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31/03/2026

Gishmar Between Heaven and Mud - by Salem Mathkour is extended until 13 of April.
تم تمديد معرض جشمار: بين الطين والسماء - للفنان سالم مذكور حتى 13 أبريل.