Dubai is about to host a unique art event that puts Latin American women artists front and center. “Her Land,” opening on April 18 and running until May 17, will take place on the 30th floor of Festival Tower in Dubai Festival City. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see powerful and thought-provoking works by female artists from Latin America and beyond.

 

The show is organized by MIA Art Collection in partnership with the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) from California. Together, they’ve brought together two major collections with one clear goal: to highlight the voices of women whose stories and perspectives have often been overlooked in the art world.

But “Her Land” isn’t just about displaying art — it’s about movement, change, and reaching new audiences. This exhibition travels across borders and cultures, showing how art made by women can speak to everyone, no matter where they’re from.

 

Visitors will see works by a wide mix of artists, from well-known names to emerging talents. Some of the featured artists include:

  • Ana Mendieta (Cuba), known for her earthy, body-centered art
  • Doris Salcedo (Colombia), who explores memory and loss
  • Leonora Carrington (UK-Mexico), a surrealist who redefined myth and fantasy
  • Sonia Gomes (Brazil), blending textiles and sculpture
  • Belkis Ayón (Cuba), famous for her printmaking rooted in Afro-Cuban traditions
  • And many more from across Latin America, as well as Spain and the U.S.

Their artworks touch on themes like identity, gender, spirituality, history, and politics — offering deeply personal yet globally relevant perspectives.

 

MIA Art Collection, which includes over 900 works from 33 countries, is committed to supporting women in the arts and using visual storytelling to push for gender equality. “Her Land” also marks a first for MOLAA, as it brings part of its collection to the Middle East for the very first time — a big step for cultural exchange between regions.

Whether you’re an art lover, a curious visitor, or someone interested in social issues through a creative lens, this exhibition is worth checking out. It’s a fresh, eye-opening experience that reflects the many layers of “her land” — both real and imagined.