One of the best things about living in Doha is that no matter where you are, you’re only a stone’s throw away from some fabulous art.
You don’t even need to visit an art gallery to get your culture fix, as there’s loads of top-notch public installations dotted around, and the scene is constantly changing and involving.
And if you’re on the hunt for a new exhibition, look no further than Al Markhiya Gallery, which has just launched a solo exhibition at Doha Fire Station.
Precaution, which opened on Tuesday (February 9), features the work of Faraj Daham.
The Qatari artist was previously a resident at the “What about Art?” Foundation in Mumbai, India as part of the Qatar-India Year of Culture in 2019.
He has previously exhibited at the Fire Station, Mathaf: Museum of Modern Art, and QM Gallery Al Riwaq.
You can check out the exhibition from Saturday to Thursday between 9am and 7pm, and you have until Thursday March 25 to visit.
In line with new coronavirus restrictions, only ten people will be able to visit the exhibition at one time, so make you factor in time that may be spent queuing into your visit.
While you’re there, don’t forget to check out Acts of Listening from Future Generations at Gallery 3 and 4 and The Cinema.
The sonic art experiences are totally unique, and you have until March 6 to visit.
Until Thu Mar 25. Sat-Thu 9am-7pm. Al Markhiya Gallery, Fire Station, Wadi al Sail (6609 9687).
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