If you're here because you thought the beloved 90s kid's show somehow had a reprisal in Bahrain, then you're sorely mistaken and I apologize for the click bait. If you're here because you read
A day in Bahrain Part 1, then great and thanks for being a faithful reader.
So. After the museum I decided to check out more art at
Al Riwaq Art Space, as the last time I was in town, the gallery/cafe was under construction. It's a similar type of establishment to
Acoustic Cafe, but it has a better layout because the artwork and eating areas are divided into separate spaces within the building.
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| The cafe |
The next two paintings are by artist Tagreed Bagshi, whose paintings were exhibited at
LOUD Art.
The art space is also a non-profit organization that aims to develop the local art scene through exhibitions, residency and training programs. It also focuses on cultivating connections, whether it's through community engagement or by allowing Bahraini and international artists to interact.
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| Is she... getting waterboarded? Thought provoking stuff Al Riwaq, thought provoking stuff. |
I like the idea of the gallery/cafe, but alas, since it was Eid there was no one there so I couldn't really get a feel for how people use the art space. Its website also needs to be updated, as I have no idea what the upcoming workshops are and what artists are being featured for this month, other than Al Bagshi. In this way, Al Riwaq is like the Acoustic Cafe - good intention, but shaky in execution. But both of these spaces are relatively new so let's see how they do!
Stay tuned for Part 3 of my Bahrain series, where I get into an argument with a tour guide over whether or not women should drive in Saudi. Because that's always fun!!
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