Explore the remarkable career of acclaimed Emirati artist Abdulqader Al Rais at Al Nayed, a retrospective exhibition running at Opera Gallery Dubai from 8-25 October. Spanning more than five decades, the showcase traces the evolution of one of the UAE’s most influential contemporary artists, whose works blend Emirati heritage and Islamic culture with depictions of interplay between the country’s natural landscapes and architecture.Explore significant works from five of Al Rais’s celebrated series – Alghaf, Calligraphy (Hurufiyya), Impressionism, Alhaa and Abstract – showcasing everything from watercolours and Arabic calligraphy to geometric compositions. The exhibition will also feature rare pieces from the artist’s private collection alongside previously unseen new works, offering a fascinating look at his artistic journey.