Check out the work of Ethiopian artist Workneh Bezu Kassa at Coya Dubai in Four Seasons Resort in Jumeirah.
A founding member of one of Ethiopia’s most influential artist studios - Habesha Art Studio – Kassa practices in many different media including rug puppets, paintings in oil and watercolors, sculptures and graphic art.
The paintings in this exhibition include his Crystal Lady series – colourful figurative portraits made in jagged lines and forms as well as several others in this signature style.
He is represented by Create Hub Gallery, a Dubai gallery focusing on contemporary African art and his work will be on show in the Peruvian restaurant and members club. On opening night – April 10 - Kassa will be making a guest appearance on opening night – April 10.
This is an opportunity to learn more about Ethiopian and African art in general as well as witness something new and refreshing in the foodie world.
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