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Belonging is often imagined as something rooted, a place we come from, a community we inherit, or an identity we carry. But what if belonging is not defined by where we stay, but by how we move through the world?
This question lie at the heart of ROOTS & WINGS, a collective art exhibition bringing together 26 artists from the seven seasons of Artists of Beirut, alongside artists from the Boutique Concept, in an eclectic exploration of the theme of Belonging.
Taking place from September 24 to October 3, 2026, at Rebirth Beirut in Gemmayze, the exhibition brings together more than 80 artworks spanning a wide range of artistic practices, including painting, sculpture, mixed media, embroidery, photography, digital art, ceramics, and upcycling.
Rather than offering a single definition of belonging, ROOTS & WINGS invites viewers to encounter the many ways in which we connect to home, places, people, memories and ourselves. The works reflect both the grounding force of our roots and the possibility of spreading our wings, of leaving, returning, reinventing and creating new forms of connection.
ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS
As part of the exhibition program, two workshops will invite participants to engage with the theme through different creative perspectives:
· Upcycling Workshop with the Artist Karin Hantes Monday, September 28 | 3–4.30 PM
· Photography Workshop with the Artist Nada Karam Thursday, October 1 | 3–4
30 PM
Finally in line with the mission of Artists of Beirut, The show will also contribute to the restoration and revitalization of Beirut. Part of the proceeds will be donated to support Rebirth Beirut Initiatives.
The Participating Artists:
RANA ABBOUD, ARDZIV, MARCELLE ASMAR, NADEEN BABA, NAYLA CANNAMELA, ZEINA CHEHAB, ALIA CORM, PAULETTE EID, KARIN HANTES, ALINE KALLAB, NADA KARAM, MAYA KHALAF, TAMARA KHODR, LAMA MANSOUR, NEVINE MATTAR, NICOLE MEZHER, JOANA MOCACHEN, CYNTHIA ODSI, CHRISTINE OZEIR, HELEN SERHAN, NADINE SIDANI, WASSILA TAHA, AIDA TANNOURY, PATRICIA VIVIAN, ZENA YACHOUI in addition to the Guest MICHELINE NOHRA.
Artists of Beirut was launched by Carole Ayoub & Yara Jahchan in June 2020
Artists of Beirut is a socially responsible platform dedicated to curate, promote and develop Lebanese women artistic talent while supporting the restoration and preservation of Beirut city’s cultural heritage.