Bahrain is set to host the fifth edition of the Global Brush Exhibition, a prominent international art showcase, from 20 to 24 April 2025 at the Bahrain World Trade Center. This year’s event brings together 100 artists from around the world in a collaborative cultural exchange.
The exhibition is organised by Al-Dar Art Gallery, a Jordanian cultural institution, in partnership with Al Ayam, one of Bahrain’s leading daily newspapers. Representing Al-Dar are Mrs Maram Hassan and Mr Mohammed Hazaimeh, with Mr Ali Yousef Ahmadi and Mr Bader Al Ali coordinating on behalf of Al Ayam.
Sheikh Rashid Al Khalifa, a renowned artist and member of Bahrain’s royal family, will inaugurate the exhibition as Guest of Honour. Diplomats from Jordan and other nations will also attend. The exhibition will be accompanied by cultural events including panel discussions, seminars, and guided visits to the National Museum and the Rashid Al Khalifa Gallery.
Global Brush is an itinerant initiative that seeks to establish a recurring presence in global capitals, with the aim of fostering connections between artists, academics, and the public. Al-Dar Gallery’s ongoing mission is to create a platform that promotes cultural dialogue, artistic exchange, and critical discourse.
Mr Hazaimeh described the initiative as a testament to shared humanity, highlighting art’s role as a universal medium of communication. “Such forums serve as invaluable conduits for dialogue and the exchange of culture and artistic expression,” he said. “They nurture artistic endeavours and attract vibrant creative talent.”
Mrs Hassan echoed the importance of the event for international cooperation. “Global Brush is an invaluable platform for artists—Arab and international alike,” she said. “It serves as a meeting ground that bridges gaps in mutual understanding and generates ideas.”
Artist Ali Yousef Ahmadi, who serves as Director of Administrative and Financial Affairs at Al Ayam and as supervising coordinator of the exhibition, expressed pride in Bahrain’s role as host. He noted Al Ayam’s long-standing commitment to cultural development, including its support for the Al Ayam Annual Cultural Festival, held for over 27 consecutive years.
