At the inaugural edition of Art Week Riyadh, I find myself surrounded by works from both established artists and emerging talents across Saudi Arabia and the greater MENA region — each contributing to a collective endeavour to redefine and shape their identities.

The Zisa Palace, home to the Museum of Islamic Art, is a gem for anyone exploring UNESCO’s Arab-Norman itinerary.

The National Palace Museum in Taipei presents a one-of-a-kind exhibition that brings the fictional world in Dream of the Red Chamber — a masterpiece of Chinese literature — to life.

The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia’s latest exhibition, Oceans That Speak, explores the role of Islam in shaping the Malay World, once a maritime trade hub and cultural crossroads.

For art and culture enthusiasts visiting Vancouver, don’t miss the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia — home to a rich collection of world art and artefacts, with a special emphasis on the region’s Indigenous art.

Susumu Shingu’s wind sculptures are more than kinetic art — they are therapy for the soul.

In its latest exhibition, Storytelling Images, the National Palace Museum harnesses the art of manga to illuminate the profound narratives embedded in traditional ink paintings, breathing new life into these artistic traditions.

At Taipei’s National Palace Museum, Beauty Speaks for Itself sparks a dynamic dialogue by juxtaposing objects from varied origins, eras, and mediums, inviting visitors to reflect on ideals of beauty across cultures, time, and space.

A special exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) presents a stunning exploration of French fashion from the 18th to early 20th century. Join me as we dive into the exquisite jewels that define the era’s opulence and refined taste.

As both an artist and architect, Chen Chih-Kwan’s ink paintings invite viewers into a mesmerising experience — one where they are no longer bound by a single perspective but are free to wander through a fluid, ever-changing landscape within the artist’s imaginative world.