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Gulf Weekly
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Weekly
Culture of ceramic
Bahraini artist Nermin Habib is putting the kingdom's heritage on the global stage with her latest sculpture Flow, set to be exhibited at the internationally renowned Milan Design Week. The model, made of clay hand-sculpted by Nermin and fired in the kilns of the kingdom, also features palm frond ropes weaved by Bahraini Hassan Al Shajjar. It will be showcased at the ninth edition of Isola Design Festival, to be held in Milan from April 7 to 13, alongside pieces by more than 50 international artists. 'The design process for Flow began with an exploration of movement and the idea of transitions—the spaces in-between where different elements meet and transform,' Nermin, 44, told GulfWeekly. 'I was captivated by the fluidity of waves and the rhythmic patterns of wind shaping landscapes, which felt like a powerful metaphor for my own journey between cultures, techniques, and ideas. 'Initially, I envisioned a form that could capture this sense of motion in a static medium like clay. As I started hand-building, the curves and contours naturally evolved to reflect the seamless flow of water and air. The raw, unglazed stoneware was a deliberate choice to preserve the tactile connection to earth, enhancing the sculpture's organic feel. 'Incorporating palm fibres spun in burlap was a turning point. This element not only highlighted Bahrain's weaving traditions but also bridged the tactile warmth of craft with the cool elegance of contemporary design. 'The process was very intuitive—allowing the materials and textures to guide the evolution of the piece. In the end, Flow became a dialogue between tradition and innovation, capturing the essence of movement and the beauty of crossing boundaries.' The piece came to life during Nermin's ongoing residency at the Art Station in Muharraq, a non-profit creative space under the umbrella of the Rashid Al Khalifa Art Foundation. Since she became a full-time artist just a couple of years ago, much of Nermin's work has been imbued with intricate and structured geometry, but with this one, she went with a more fluid and abstract form. She draped the original flattened piece of clay and let gravity and tension shape the piece while she worked on it, coming up with a model that 'feels both spontaneous and intentional'. 'The project unfolded over several months, with each phase demanding a different pace and focus,' the artist of Egyptian origin explained. 'The initial concept and sketches took about two weeks, where I explored various forms to capture the essence of movement. The hand-building phase was the most time-intensive, spanning around six weeks, as I shaped and refined the curves, allowing the piece to evolve organically. 'After drying, the firing process required careful timing to preserve the raw, unglazed finish. Incorporating the palm fibres and final touches took an additional two weeks, making the entire process about 10 weeks from concept to completion. 'This extended timeline allowed me to stay true to the material's natural rhythm, ensuring that every curve and texture told the story I intended.' A self-identified 'cultural nomad', Nermin grew up in Bahrain before completing her undergraduate studies at the American University of Cairo in Egypt, and her Masters in Fine Arts at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. After a corporate stint in advertising and technology, she returned to her artistic roots in 2023. With Flow set to be exhibited next month, Nermin is already hard at work on a series of new projects exploring the potential of local Bahraini clay, where instead of traditional glazes, she plans to incorporate glass, creating a dialogue between rawness and translucence.
Express Tribune
02-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Leaked ‘Avengers: Doomsday' concept art reveals potential plot and character details
Leaked concept art from Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday has surfaced online, offering a possible first look at scenes and characters from the highly anticipated fifth Avengers film. The images, originally posted by concept artist Mushk Rizvi on ArtStation before being removed, suggest a medieval, multiversal, and time-travelling storyline. Among the most discussed pieces is an image of Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr., sitting on a throne in medieval surroundings. The white-and-silver armor seen in the artwork differs from the green cloak revealed at San Diego Comic-Con 2024, raising speculation about alternate timelines or universes. Other concept art shows Star-Lord and White Vision lounging together, a medieval village populated with Hulk-like figures, and a Young Avengers gathering led by Wong, featuring Cassie Lang, Wiccan, Kate Bishop, and Ms. Marvel. Another piece depicts a variant of Black Panther, rumoured to be Prince T'Challa II, standing before Wakanda's Panther-shaped rock formation. Chris Evans and Hayley Atwell are confirmed to return, with Atwell reprising her role as Agent Carter. However, Marvel has not revealed if Evans will play Captain America or a different version of Steve Rogers. Set for release in May 2026, Avengers: Doomsday replaces The Kang Dynasty and will be followed by Avengers: Secret Wars in May 2027. With the Russo brothers directing, fans eagerly await official details on Marvel's next multiversal adventure.
Al Bawaba
02-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Is Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday concept art leak real?
ALBAWABA - One day ago, a concept art leak for Marvel's most-anticipated superhero movie, Avengers: Doomsday reportedly swarmed the internet sparking excitement due to revealing an interesting medieval aesthetic and plot elements. The leaked artworks were shared on ArtStation by Mushk Rizvi, a concept artist and illustrator at Marvel Studios and CAPCOM. While the artist didn't take long to delete the post in question, Marvel fans were quick on their feet and shared the photos across social media. Caution: The artworks contain massive spoilers. It all occurred when an artist who allegedly works at Marvel reportedly mass-leaked their concept art for Avengers: Doomsday showcasing the movie's superheroes and villains in different scenarios. The most popular artwork in the leak showcased the movie's villain, Doctor Doom sitting on a throne displaying his menacing and powerful aura. Another artwork highlighted a "Hulk Village" with both Bruce Banner and Jennifer Walters present while wearing medieval-themed clothing. This is in reference to Doom's Battleworld (Latverion), a planet made out of remnants of destroyed realities due to the Multiverse collapse. Moreover, several other artworks were also reportedly leaked. One showcased a team of "Young Avengers" having a conversation with Doctor Strange's Wong and Star-Lord from The Guardians of the Galaxy. The team consisted of Miss Marvel, Cathy Lang, X-Men's Doop, and more. An additional artwork showed Peter Quill (also known as Star-Lord) and Vision enjoying their time off on a couch while watching TV. Last but not least, one specific leaked concept art sparked debate across social media after showcasing a different Black Panther actor than the late Chadwick Boseman, who tragically passed away after battling colon cancer. According to several sources, the star in the concept art is English actor Damson Idris, best known for starring in the hit FX/ Hulu show "Snowfall."
Gulf Weekly
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Weekly
Twist on tradition
The Holy Month of Ramadan may be known primarily for its custom of fasting, but an upcoming cooking show is serving up playful twists on the cultural feasts that come at the end of the day. The Art Station in Muharraq is kicking off its cooking show in Ramadan, to celebrate the culinary arts and explore themes of heritage, creativity and community-building, highlighting how people are brought together by food. The Art Station Kitchen will offer modern Bahrain-based chefs an opportunity to showcase their take on traditional recipes and flavours. 'Many traditional dishes are passed down through generations, but Ramadan also invites the opportunity to put a new spin on these recipes,' Art Station director Shaikha Latifa bint Abdulrahman Al Khalifa told GulfWeekly. 'Our cooking show allows our guests to honour traditional flavours while also making them more modern.' Amongst the invited guest chefs showcasing their culinary arts are Scoop Creamery founder Alya Al Ammari and Dona's Wonders founder Dona Maria Gemayel, who are serving up spins on karak tea, lumee and baklava. The first round of videos, which were filmed this week and will be released on social media in the coming days, focus on creative sweets. 'Alya combined the classic and comforting flavours of karak tea, a staple beverage in the region, with the nostalgic crunch of biscuits, creating a unique ice cream sandwich,' Shaikha Latifa added. 'It's a cool modern version of a traditional favourite. 'On another episode, Alya creates a Lumee Aswad sorbet, a refreshing and vibrant twist made with the infamous Lumee Aswad (dried black lime) which is a traditional key ingredient in Bahraini cuisine. 'Dona takes the iconic Arabic sweet Kunafa and presents it in a cup form, easier for sharing in the communal setting of Ramadan. 'She also prepared Baklava Cheesecake, adding a modern take to the classic baklava experience by combining creamy cheesecake filling with honeyed crunchy layers of baklava.' According to the Art Station, the desserts represent 'stories passed down, reinterpreted, and shared with new generations, blending cultural heritage with modern culinary artistry'. 'Ramadan cooking is a practice cherished, ritualistic, and incredibly intimate to each household,' Chef Alya explained. 'After a long, fasted day of cooking, the final iftar spread is moulded by the individual tastes and delights of whoever will be at the table when you hear the Maghrib Athan (call for prayer and end of the fasting period). 'This unspoken, treasured consideration of every family member is, of course, shaped by their cultural and culinary backgrounds, and the contexts in which they exist. 'My own household is a touching example of this. One of the recipes I made is a Karak ice cream sandwich- made using my mother's own karak recipe, lovingly scrawled on the back of a receipt. 'My mother is English, and certainly did not grow up making and drinking karak, yet her recipe - using British Tetley tea bags - reflects her 40 years of living in the Gulf and decades of making karak for my Bahraini father every Ramadan. 'This is the recipe she passed to me - a child of mixed but quintessentially Bahraini heritage. 'The fusion of a classic recipe, steeped in the rich context of my household, is highlighted most delightfully during Ramadan, and the karak recipe I pass down to my children one day will be a reflection of the history and migration of my family and their story.' While culinary arts have been appreciated as an art form around the world, the Art Station is the first creative space in Bahrain to feature a demonstration kitchen at their new premises in Suq Al Qaisariya. The vision behind the new cooking show at the kitchen, during Ramadan and beyond, is to create an intimate and collaborative environment where emerging artists are showcased in formats tailored for TikTok and Instagram reels. The team also hopes to highlight gluten-free and sugar-free creations at the kitchen, with Chef Dona whipping up variants on classic Ramadan dishes that can be enjoyed by all. 'Cooking, like art, is a form of expression that requires patience, precision, and passion,' Chef Dona explained. 'Creating gluten-free and sugar-free dishes is even more intricate, as it demands time to experiment and perfect each recipe. Just like an artist carefully layers colours on a canvas, I layer flavours and textures to ensure that each bite is both nourishing and delicious. 'Fasting, too, teaches patience and discipline, reminding us to slow down, appreciate the process, and be mindful of what we consume. Whether in art, cooking, or fasting, patience is the key to achieving something truly meaningful.'
