Houda Bakkali | Art Exhibition | Bahrain

Bakkali’s exhibition at Al Riwaq Art Space will be a highlight of a global initiative led by Alliance Française Bahrain during “Digital November,” an immersive journey into new digital expressions and creative possibilities. The exhibition will showcase Bahrain’s rich history like never before through 3D scans of artifacts and augmented reality, in collaboration with the Louvre Museum. Visitors can explore the Digital November Exhibition & Workshops, which include guided tours of the immersive installations, hands-on interactive workshops, and a panel discussion titled “Digital Innovation in Art and Culture: New Horizons and Potential”, featuring leading digital artists and experts.

The experience also includes Virtual Reality films, where audiences can dive into three VR journeys exploring environmental themes and the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral. Additionally, “Digital Art, Digital Culture” by Houda Bakkali will allow visitors to explore a vibrant world of optimism and creativity through augmented reality paintings. The event will also feature live performances, music spectacles, and a night of cutting-edge digital art and music, culminating in the grand celebration of this unforgettable exhibition. FULL PROGRAM

Houda Bakkali Presents “Digital Art, Digital Culture” at Alliance Française Bahrain

As part of Novembre Numérique 2024, an international initiative led by the French Institute in Paris, Houda Bakkali showcases her innovative digital art at Alliance Française Bahrain. This event promotes universal access to new technologies, fosters diversity, and encourages global dialogue between creators and audiences.

The exhibition highlights the transformative power of digital art, showcasing its ability to break spatial, temporal, and generational boundaries. Through her work, Bakkali creates a synergy between diverse audiences, making art not only timeless but also universally accessible and relatable.

Bakkali’s art seamlessly blends printed pieces with immersive animations and augmented reality. Her creations reflect a hopeful, vibrant future, celebrating fulfilled dreams through art, color, creativity, and the powerful image of women inspired by the artist’s mother as the central figure. The dynamic presence of flowers and the figure of the woman in her work symbolizes strength, growth, and transformation.

“I am deeply honored and grateful for the unique opportunity to exhibit my work in Bahrain during this remarkable event hosted by Alliance Française,” says Bakkali. “Art and technology are the perfect tools to break down barriers, embrace the future, and honor our legacy with creativity, joy, and innovation. This exhibition aims to provide an immersive experience, filled with knowledge, enthusiasm, and inspiration.”

Bakkali’s “Digital Art, Digital Culture” exhibition has traveled across the globe, appearing in numerous public cultural spaces and at various Alliance Française locations. While the core artworks remain consistent, each exhibition takes on a life of its own shaped by different formats, spaces, and audiences. As Bakkali eloquently states, “Art is art. Everywhere, every time. Art speaks for itself, and its challenge is to create something unique and timeless.”

This exhibition exemplifies the versatility of digital art and its ability to forge connections across borders. Whether through physical art, augmented reality, multimedia, immersive content, or virtual galleries, visitors can experience Bakkali’s masterpieces from anywhere, at any time. The exhibition also provides insights into the creative process, tools, and values behind digital art, encouraging a deeper understanding of this evolving medium.