UNFAMILIAR FACES: Beaded Portraits of Egyptian Women is a new body of work by Egyptian artist Dina Hafez that will be showcased at Kulture House. This pop-up exhibition which will run from 4th- 30th November, is a celebration of beadwork and how it has been an integral part of Egyptian history.

INVITE – The launch event will take place on Thursday 14th November from 12pm to 2pm, when the artist herself will also be on hand to discuss how design can boost the preservation of cultural heritage.

Art, design and uniqueness run through the veins of Kulture House and supporting artists is a pivotal part of the Kulture House mantra. The limited time UNFAMILIAR FACES pop-up exhibition will offer a vibrant insight into the ancient art of beadwork and how it has been weaved through the very essence of Egypt.

Beads are used abundantly in daily life in the creation of jewellery and garments, as well as religious ceremonies and celebrations. They are versatile and add such beauty to whatever they adorn. Designer, Dina Hafez is working with a craft that has been passed down for centuries, modernizing it to create contemporary pieces that explore heritage and identity. By layering vintage photographs, graphic design, and bead embroidery, UNFAMILIAR FACES questions the connection to heritage and how it is remembered.