Historical Highlights of
al markhiya gallery

This first group exhibition of Arab Artworks at al markhiya considered artist’s idea about the agreeing and disagreeing.

Presenting works by: Ahmed Al-Bahrani- Ahmed Anan- Amr El Kafrawy-Azza Alsharif- Hussein Madi- Marwa Adel- Mohammed Abla- Rashed Diab- serwan Baran- Waleed Rashid- Yousef Ahmed- Zahed Taj Eddin

Featuring works by: Abdallah Akar (Tunisia)- Fayeq Oweis (Palestine)- Hamza Bounoua (Algeria)- Hassan Meer (Oman)- Hazem Elmestikawy (Egypt)- Jamal Abdul Rahim (Bahrain)- Khaled Al- Saai (Syria)- Sabah Arbili (Iraq)- Yousef Ahmed (Qatar)- Jamal Abdul Rahim (Bahrain)

In December 2014, al markhiya gallery relocated to Katara Cultural Village in Doha, establishing a permanent exhibition space. The vision of supporting emerging and established Arabic artists continues to develop.

Originally conceived in 2017 as a summer showcase, featuring Qatari and locally based artists, 50 x 50 has developed into an ongoing series of exhibitions, presenting affordable art aimed at first-time collectors.

In September 2017, a second gallery location was opened adjacent to Fire Station Studios. These two venues now host a diverse range of exhibitions throughout the year. al markhiya gallery champions and represents a distinct group acclaimed Arab artists in Qatar, the broader region, and across the world.

Titled Sketchbooks This was the first exhibition of artist made books to be exhibited at al markhiya. Featured Artists: Ahmed Nouh, Ali Hassan, Bouthayna Al Muftah, Fatma Al-Remaihi, Hassan Manasrah, Kholoud Al-Ali, Mohammed Atiq, Salman Al Malik, Yasser Al Mulla, Yousef Ahmad.

In an aim to promote synergies between different artists working in Doha, al markhiya gallery invited eight artists to work in pairs to collaborate and create a unique group exhibition. Collaboration set artists the task of developing ideas together utilising a wide variety of materials and methods to extend their creative language in new ways. The first edition featured works by: Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Amira Radhi, Almaha Nasser, Ameena Al-Boinin, Bachir Mohamad, Shouq Al Mana, Fatima Al-Sharshani, Ibrahim Al-Baker

As part of al markhiya’s programme of exhibitions showcasing emerging and established artists from the Arab world, we began our 2022 season with a group exhibition focusing on a collection of artists specifically from the Maghreb region. The exhibition featured works by: Emna Zghal, Fethi Sahraoui, Halim Karabibene, Hamza Bounoua, Mahi Binebine, Nada Harib, Oumar Ball, Zakaria Ramhani

The first in an ongoing series of collective exhibitions organised by al markhiya, in cooperation with a variety of galleries and prominent art institutions in the Arab world. For this inaugural edition, al markhiya gallery collaborated with Free Hand Gallery in Damascus, Syria. Together, these two dynamic organizations curated a special showcase, featuring a collection of unique small works created by artists from Qatar and the Arab world.

The Sky Above Gaza… Imagine is a special group exhibition in solidarity with Palestine, in collaboration with Qatar Red Crescent, showcasing the works of over 50 artists from Palestine and the Arab World. This collection of artworks by respected artists celebrates power of art as a form of resistance and a pathway to healing. The Sky Above Gaza… Imagine symbolizes the life we aspire to—a life where these artworks stand as everlasting symbols of resistance and serve as a vibrant portrayal of an enduring people, and a just cause.

We are happy to share the updated logo of al markhiya gallery — a refreshed symbol that reflects our vision and commitment to the arts. For over 16 years, al markhiya gallery has celebrated emerging and established artists from the Arab world. This updated logo represents not only our journey so far, but also our continued dedication to supporting creativity, culture, and innovation across the region.