Heritage
Artist Name: Lolwa Meghaseeb
Dimensions: 40 x 50 cm
Mediums Used: Mixed Media
Frame: No Frame
reflects a moment of lived heritage, capturing the close relationship between people, land, and tradition in the desert environment. The camel and rider move calmly through an open landscape, symbolizing endurance, guidance, and the continuity of ancestral knowledge passed through generations. The simplified forms and open sky create a sense of freedom and balance, while the traditional attire and camel gear anchor the scene firmly in cultural memory. Rather than depicting nostalgia, the artwork presents heritage as a living presence quiet, steady, and deeply woven into everyday life honoring the values of resilience, movement, and belonging that continue to shape identity in the region.
Artist Biography
is a Qatari visual artist known for her work in painting and printmaking. She has participated in multiple local and international exhibitions, including the Copenhagen International Exhibition (2022), and has been involved in artist-in-residence programs such as the Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris (2023), reflecting her engagement with global creative networks and cross cultural dialogue. Her practice has been recognized with awards and opportunities that situate her work within both Qatar’s contemporary art landscape and broader international contexts. Al Meghaiseeb’s work was featured in Portals in Flux, the culminating exhibition of the ninth Fire Station Artist in Residence program, which showcased a diverse range of media and perspectives. Known for her expressive visual voice, she continues to develop a distinctive artistic presence rooted in her explorations of form and material.
