Visit the Visual Art Center to discover an impressive range of workshops, classes and exhibitions. As part of the Katara Cultural Village, an ambitious and successful arts and culture hub in Doha, the Visual Art Center has a focus on Middle Eastern art. A range of scheduled activities entices promising artists. Visitors can get involved in the workshops or peruse the exhibitions to discover more about regional art.
The ever-changing exhibitions held at the Visual Art Center will surprise and delight you. Discover everything from graphic art to prints, illustrations and photographic displays, as well as paintings, ceramics and sculpture, all of which highlight the culture of the Arab region.
Select an event from a packed schedule of workshops. Contact the center to find out about upcoming events. Past events have included drawing techniques, painting, printmaking, graphic design, illustration, photography, ceramics and even design and computer graphics. With so many options offered, budding artists, or those wanting to expand their skill set, will find plenty to choose from.
The center’s host site, the Katara Cultural Village, is a vast outdoor complex designed to recreate the Qatar of yesteryear. Spend a delightful day appreciating traditional Arabian architecture, exploring narrow alleys where artists and craftspeople have their workshops or stepping into the re-creation of a huge Greco-Roman amphitheater.
The Arab Postal Museum and Katara Art Center are also worth visiting to gain a deeper understanding of the role art plays in the region and to delve deeper into the fascinating history and culture of the Middle East.
The Visual Art Center is located within the Katara Cultural Village north of West Bay. The lovely coastal spot offers a sandy beach and plenty of cafés to choose from. Travel by taxi from the center of Doha and you’ll be here in about 20 minutes. The center is open daily in the mornings. Times of specific workshops and exhibitions can vary, so be sure to check online or by phone before planning a trip here.
