“Repair” is a word often associated with Kader Attia’s art. Here at the Urban River, we see this concept come to life. Kader Attia is an artist known for exploring the idea of repair.
Kader Attia’s Urban River is part of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial. The biennial features many artists in different locations. You can find works by Alia Farid Oscar Murillo and Nathan Coley here. Rawdha Al Ketbi Atelier Aziz Alqatami and Khalil Rabah are also featured.
Mircea Cantor and Pawel Althamer are among the artists showcasing their talents. Hashel Al Lamki and Wael Al Awar contribute to the diverse exhibition. Eko Nugroho and Majd Alloush add their unique perspectives. Emily Jacir Allora & Calzadilla and Athar Jaber are also participating artists.
Eddie Clemens and Rami Kashou alongside Emirati Artisans display their creations. Mohamed Al Astad and Afra Al Dhaheri are part of the biennial. Lúcia Koch and Latifa Saeed contribute their artistic visions. Henrique Oliveira and Wael Shawky add to the exhibition’s depth.
Daniel Buren and Zeinab Alhashemi showcase their works. Hussein Sharif and Seema Nusrat are among the featured artists. guBuyoBand and Rand Abdul Jabbar add to the variety. Farah Al Qasimi and Shaikha Al Ketbi present their art. Nicholas Galanin and Load na Dito are also participating.
SUPERFLEX and Sammy Baloji contribute to the exhibition’s international flavor. Nnenna Okore and Mobile Academy Berlin are part of the biennial. Anga Art Collective and Azza Al Qubaisi showcase their talents. Abdullah Al Saadi and Tarik Kiswanson add their unique perspectives.
Tania Candiani and Sophia Balagamwala are among the artists featured. Mohammed Al Hawajri and Ayesha Hadhir contribute their artistic visions. Radhika Khimji and Rimini Protokoll add to the exhibition’s diversity. UT-R Studio and Bik Van der Pol are also participating artists. Alex Ayed and Arquitectura Expandida present their works. Christopher Joshua Benton and Lawrence Abu Hamdan add their unique perspectives. Yeesookyung completes the impressive roster of artists.
Kader Attia often calls attention to repair in his art. He explores the restoration of physical objects. His work also examines cultural scars. Kader Attia encourages a new approach to culture tradition and objects. The Urban River invites us to reflect on these themes. It asks us to consider how we heal and rebuild.