Astrid Lesuisse is my friend, a confidante and an inspiring woman in the art and creative industry. But above all, she is a creative strategist, an art manager with a strong business flair, a curator, an artist agent, an art PR and so much more.She was there for me when I first moved to Dubai, and I did my best to always be there for her too. We worked together, laughed together, and were disappointed by things almost at the same time. Yet we grew, a lot. We grew through our commitment to ethics, passion, talent, honesty, our love for life and art, and our natural ability to see beauty in almost everything.I am truly honored to share a little of her, and of us, with you all.

أستريد ليسويز هي صديقتي، وموضع ثقة، وامرأة مُلهمة في عالم الفن والصناعات الإبداعية. لكنها قبل كل شيء، استراتيجية إبداعية، ومديرة فنون تمتلك حسًا تجاريًا قويًا، وقيمة فنية، ووكيلة فنانين، ومتخصصة في العلاقات العامة الفنية، وأكثر من ذلك بكثير.كانت إلى جانبي عندما انتقلت إلى دبي في بداياتي، وحرصت دائمًا أن أكون إلى جانبها أيضًا. عملنا معًا، وضحكنا معًا، وشعرنا بخيبات الأمل في التوقيت نفسه تقريبًا. ومع ذلك، نمونا كثيرًا. نمونا بفضل التزامنا بالأخلاقيات، والشغف، والموهبة، والصدق، وحبنا للحياة والفن، وقدرتنا الطبيعية على رؤية الجمال في كل شيء تقريبًا.يشرفني حقًا أن أشارككم جزءًا منها، ومن قصتنا معًا.#talkativewithahmad #mydubai #womeninart #arabartists #podcasting #artindubai

Stepping into Suzy Nassif’s studio in Al Quoz is like entering a Berlin dream settled gently in Dubai’s creative zone. You climb to the second floor of a quiet warehouse and suddenly you are embraced by a world that carries her nomadic pulse, her courage, and the presence of countless women painted with emotion, with depth, with fragments of Suzy herself in every face.

Today, I sit in this intimate mezzanine with three remarkable women whose energy fills the room in the most disarming way.
With us is Suzy Nassif, a Lebanese artist whose canvases breathe strength and poetry.
Next to her, the brilliant and ever dedicated ceramic artist Asma LARAIEDH, one of Tunisia’s strongest guardians of an ancient and extraordinary craft, shaping earth into timeless beauty.
And completing this exceptional trio is Hana Sammak El Kurdi, an educator, a curator, a manager, a moderator, and a woman who carries elegance in her thinking as much as in her presence.

Being in a room with three women I admire deeply is not the simplest task, yet it becomes a gift. Their strength lives in their refined vulnerability and their talent works like a muscle that keeps the heart and soul awake.

It is an honor and a true privilege to welcome them to this very special episode of Talkative with Ahmad, recorded here at the mezzanine of Suzy Nassif’s studio.

الدخول إلى استوديو سوزي نصيف في القوز يشبه الدخول إلى حلم من برلين استقر برفق في قلب المنطقة الإبداعية في دبي. تصعد إلى الطابق الثاني من مستودع هادئ وفجأة تجد نفسك محاطا بعالم يحمل نبضها المتنقل وشجاعتها وحضور نساء لا يحصى عددهن مرسومات بعاطفة وعمق وقطع من سوزي نفسها في كل وجه.

اليوم أجلس في هذا الميزانين الحميم مع ثلاث نساء استثنائيات تملأ طاقتهن المكان بطريقة تبعث على الدهشة.
معنا سوزي نصيف، الفنانة اللبنانية التي تتنفس لوحاتها قوة وشعرا.
وبجوارها الفنانة المبدعة والمخلصة دائما لعملها أسماء العريض، إحدى أبرز حافظات الحرفة التونسية العريقة التي تشكل الطين وتحوّله إلى جمال لا يزول.
وتكتمل هذه الثلاثية الرائعة بهنا سماك الكردي، المربية والقيّمة والمديرة والميسّرة، والتي تحمل الأناقة في فكرها بقدر ما تحملها في حضورها.

الجلوس في غرفة مع ثلاث نساء أعزّهن بهذا العمق ليس بالأمر السهل، لكنه يتحول إلى هدية. قوتهن تعيش في رقة ضعفهن الرفيع، ومهاراتهن تعمل كعضلة تُبقي القلب والروح يقظين.

إنه لشرف وامتياز حقيقي أن أرحّب بهن في هذه الحلقة الخاصة جدا من برنامج Talkative with Ahmad والمسجلة هنا في ميزانين استوديو سوزي نصيف.

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A philanthropist, an art collector, a civil engineer, a devoted wife, a marvelous mother, a curator, an art connaisseur by excellence and so much more. But to me, she is family, a true friend, a mentor and a source of inspiration. One of the most remarkable women in my life. Her humanity feels like an artwork on its own, a rarity in our time.Above it all, she devotes her life, her time and her resources to uplift women in art, to give power to the voice we all need to hear with clarity and pride.Here is my extraordinary friend, Alejandra Castro Rioseco, founder and director of MIA Art Collection. Transparent, visionary and always unmistakably Alejandra.Una filántropa, una coleccionista de arte, una ingeniera civil, una esposa entregada, una madre admirable, una curadora, una conocedora del arte en su máxima expresión y mucho más. Pero para mí, ella es familia, una verdadera amiga, una mentora y una fuente inagotable de inspiración. Una de las mujeres más notables de mi vida. Su humanidad es una obra de arte en sí misma, una rareza en estos tiempos.Por encima de todo, dedica su vida, su tiempo y sus recursos a impulsar a las mujeres en el arte, a fortalecer una voz que todos necesitamos escuchar con claridad y orgullo.Aquí presento a mi extraordinaria amiga, Alejandra Castro Rioseco, fundadora y directora de MIA Art Collection. Transparente, visionaria y siempre, inconfundiblemente, Alejandra.سيدة تجمع بين العطاء والفكر والجمال الإنساني. فهي فاعلة خير، وجامعة فن، ومهندسة مدنية، وزوجة مخلصة، وأم مدهشة، وقيّمة فن، وناقدة متمرسة تعرف خفايا هذا العالم وأكثر بكثير. لكنها بالنسبة لي أسرة، وصديقة حقيقية، ومرشدة، ومصدر إلهام لا ينضب. واحدة من أبرز النساء في حياتي. إنسانيتها عمل فني بحد ذاته، نادرة في زمننا هذا.وفوق كل ذلك، تكرس حياتها ووقتها ومواردها لدعم النساء في عالم الفن، لتقوية هذا الصوت الذي نحتاج جميعا أن نسمعه بوضوح وفخر.هذه هي صديقتي الاستثنائية، أليخاندرا كاسترو ريوسكو، مؤسسة ومديرة مجموعة MIA Art Collection. صادقة، رؤيوية، وكما عهدناها دائما، أليخاندرا بكل صفائها.#talkativewithahmad #womeninart #miaartfoundation #peopleofdubai #artindubai #supportlocalartists #dubai #podacast

Before social media, before the sensational spotlight of the 90s supermodels under Gianni Versace, there were the original icons. The women who walked not only runways but history.They carved the path that today’s influencers and models walk with recognition and applause. Tiffany is one of those women.For me, she is not only an inspiration, she is a radiant source of love, kindness, humor, elegance and a sincerity that is rare today.Our conversations alone could fill a book. Her life could fill many.And more importantly, I deeply believe the world needs far more Tiffanys than we allow ourselves to imagine.قبل وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي، وقبل وهج عارضات الأزياء الأسطوريات في التسعينات تحت جياني فيرساتشي، كانت هناك الرموز الأصلية.نساء لم يسرن فقط على منصات العرض، بل سرن في قلب التاريخ.هن من مهدن الطريق الذي تسير عليه اليوم المؤثرات وعارضات الأزياء وسط التقدير والتصفيق.وتيفاني هي واحدة من هؤلاء النساء.بالنسبة لي، هي ليست مجرد مصدر إلهام، بل مصدر محبة، لطف، روح مرحة، أناقة، وصدق نادر في هذا الزمن.أحاديثنا وحدها تكفي لتأليف كتاب، أما حياتها فتستحق الكثير.والأهم من ذلك، أنا على يقين عميق أن هذا العالم بحاجة إلى مزيد من "تيفاني" أكثر مما نتخيل.#talkativewithahmad #dubaicreatives #nashville #modeling #tokyo #osaka #mydubai #spirituality #podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TALKATIVE_WITH_A...Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/Talkcreativespace

Owning an art gallery is a tough business. Owning one with your mother and daughter transforms it into a family journey filled with passion, patience and shared dreams. At Firetti Contemporary it works beautifully. It is inspiring and truly magical.In this first filmed episode of Talkative With Ahmad, I sit with two remarkable women, Mara and Celine, the powerhouse mother and daughter behind Firetti Contemporary. Their gallery, located at Unit 29 in Alserkal Avenue, stands as one of the most inclusive and exciting art spaces in the UAE and the region, nurturing emerging voices while championing established artistic narratives.We speak about courage, beginnings, learning curves, community, and what it means to hold space for artists and audiences with grace. We reflect on the challenges, the wins and the moments that shape a creative life lived with intention.Behind every success, there are many lessons and stories. Some difficult, others joyful. All filled with depth, courage and a sense of purpose.Here is to Mara and Celine. With admiration and love.Subscribe to the channel to continue this journey into the world of art, creativity and the people who shape it.امتلاك صالة عرض فنية ليس بالأمر السهل. أما امتلاكها مع والدتك وابنتك، فهو يتحول إلى رحلة عائلية مليئة بالشغف والصبر والأحلام المشتركة. في Firetti Contemporary تنجح هذه المعادلة بروعة. إنها مصدر إلهام وسحر حقيقي.في هذه الحلقة الأولى المصورة من Talkative With Ahmad، أجلس مع امرأتين استثنائيتين، مارا وسيلين، الأم والابنة اللتان تقفان وراء Firetti Contemporary. تقع الصالة في الوحدة 29 في السركال أفينيو، وتعد من أكثر المساحات الفنية شمولًا وإلهامًا في دولة الإمارات والمنطقة، حيث تحتضن الأصوات الصاعدة وتدعم الحوارات الفنية الراسخة.نتحدث عن الشجاعة والبدايات ومنحنيات التعلم والمجتمع، وعن معنى أن تمنح الفنانين والجمهور مساحة تتنفس بكرامة وجمال. نتأمل التحديات والانتصارات واللحظات التي تصنع حياة إبداعية تعاش بالنية والوعي.وراء كل نجاح دروس وحكايات. بعضها صعب، وبعضها مليء بالفرح. وكلها تحمل عمقًا وشجاعة ومعنى.إلى مارا وسيلين، كل المحبة والإعجاب.اشتركوا في القناة لمواصلة هذه الرحلة في عالم الفن والإبداع ومن يصنعه.#firetticontemporary #ArtInDubai #DubaiCreatives #AlserkalAvenue #TalkativeWithAhmad #ArtConversation #CreativeLife #ArtistStories #MiddleEastArt #ContemporaryAr #ArtCommunity#ArtCollectors #DubaiLifestyle #SupportLocalArtists#فن_في_دبي# الفن_المعاصرInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/TALKATIVE_WITH_AHMAD/Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/Talkcreativespacehttps://www.youtube.com/@TALKATIVEWITHAHMAD

Join me to meet the fun, humble, talented, creative, and charming architect, photographer & product designer Mr.Omar Al Gurg.

Omar is one of the UAE'S Nationals who comes from a family of innovators, builders of their amazing city Dubai and one of the pioneers in business in the UAE. This is only half of the story because he found his voice in the creative, business, and art world.

His photography is soo personal to him that it shows when he decides to share them with the world a certain sensibility and beauty rarely found in photography.

He recently launched his ALL MADE IN UAE fine furniture line. An entrepreneurial concept is called ModuMethod.

His attitude towards his artistry, life, and business is very mature. You can listen to him for hours without missing a laugh, knowledge, and elegance.\

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@modumethod
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Stephany is a fresh air of cuteness and a wild horse of talent.
I use metaphor because trust me you will understand what I mean if you follow her account on Instagram and discover her wonderful art.

A multi-disciplinary visual artist/graphic designer and a creative director.

I have loved her energy, her self-confidence, humbleness, and honesty.

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This is my first double trouble, and what a wonderful trouble it was:)

The first time I host two guests at the same time!!
Two strong women, two very talented and refined women, two best friends with so much beauty inside out, and most importantly two new friends of mine.

When Raisa asked if she can also invite her best friend Jasmine to the show, I was thrilled. Because I knew that she felt comfortable enough and because I was sure that I will meet a fantastic artist.

We spoke about Raisa been born and raised in the UAE, an architect, and artist, We spoke with Jasmine about her fate to become an artist and how they became best friends, and hush hush..you will heart it first..these two brilliant ladies are also going to work together for a project to be launched soon.

I am sure you will love this podcast as much as I have enjoyed recording.

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@art_by_jasz

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Very few artists can articulate and speak about their art as romantically as well like Soraya.

When I have first met her, I knew little about her art to be honest but the little I knew! was special and intriguing enough for me to know more.

It was easy to know more, Soraya is one of the coolest and nicest of artists. She is proud but not arrogant, she is fun but not silly and she beautifullll really beautiful.

I always wondered about her striking nuances of landscapes and trees,. You will know how rational yet romantic they are.

Enjoy Talking to her as much as I did.

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Nidal is a very talented Syrian artist working and living in the United Arab Emirates.
He is calm, elegant, and ambitious.
His Art is romantic, sculptural, and mature.

He finds wisdom through his childhood but found himself through art, lines, and colors.

I hope you enjoy my finalllly first interview in Arabic with this gentleman.

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@nidalkhaddour
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