Inside Gubgub Studios, Qatar’s First Artist-Led Platform for Cross-Disciplinary Creatives In one of the world's most institution-heavy art scenes, Gubgub Studios is making the case for independence. By Elisa Carollo
The Art Fair as Cultural Policy Platform Art Basel Qatar did more than launch a new fair; it made visible a structural shift already underway. By Elisa Carollo
Sotheby’s “Origins II” Results Suggest Saudi Collectors Are Prioritizing Legacy The auction house's second sale in Saudi Arabia achieved $19.6 million, driven in part by strong demand for MENA artists. By Elisa Carollo
Curated, Contextual, Slower and Strategic: A New Blueprint for Art Fairs Emerges in Doha By Elisa Carollo
Cultural Diplomacy in Times of War: Is the Gulf’s Role as an Arts Destination Under Threat? By Elisa Carollo
Art Basel Qatar Prepares to Upend the Traditional Fair Model With a New Artist-Led Format By Elisa Carollo