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Back at the Pyramids for its 4th edition, Art D’Égypte’s highly anticipated Forever Is Now is here. Featuring 12 artists and two innovative AI-based projects, Forever Is Now 4th edition is a leap into Egyptian art that is not to be missed. Take a look at our previous articles on the third and second editions of Forever Is Now before diving into the 4th edition’s details!

Forever Is Now Exhibition

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Forever Is Now is a contemporary art exhibition featuring regional and international artists who explore the wonders of an ancient civilisation through their unique practices. Taking over the Pyramids every year, the exhibition has never failed to leave its attendees in awe. From the mesmerising artworks to the backdrop of the Pyramids, Forever Is Now is definitely an experience to behold!

The 4th Edition and What to Expect

This year, Forever Is Now will take place from October 23 to November 16, featuring 12 international artists and two groundbreaking AI projects. Together, they promise to transform the Egyptian art scene and offer fresh perspectives on ancient narratives, travelling back to the past and leaping towards the future.

12 Artists and Their Contemporary Takes on Ancient Themes

This year’s Forever Is Now will feature Chris Levine (UK), who uses light to explore universal truths inspired by the Great Pyramid. Federica Di Carlo (Italy) merges nature and mysticism, symbolising life’s endless possibilities. Ik-Joong Kang (South Korea) creates intricate mosaics reflecting collective memories.

Jake Michael Singer (South Africa) contrasts natural landscapes with urban environments in his large-scale installations. Jean Boghossian (Belgium/Lebanon) employs fire to delve into themes of destruction and rebirth. Jean-Marie Appriou (France) presents dreamlike sculptures that bridge the past, present, and future. Khaled Zaki (Egypt) fuses ancient forms with modern abstracts, resonating with the Pyramids’ timeless essence. Luca Boffi (Italy) invites interaction through optical grids, transforming the Pyramids into a communal canvas.

Marie Khouri (Canada/Lebanon) combines Egyptian heritage and global influences in her flowing designs. Shilo Shiv Suleman (India) creates immersive installations inspired by the blue lotus, blending cultural motifs. STUDIO INI (Greece) engages viewers with interactive sculptures envisioning a united future. Xavier Mascaro (Spain) questions the boundaries between ancient and modern through his architectural sculptures.

AI Projects at Forever Is Now 

Additionally, two groundbreaking AI projects will feature Hassan Ragab (Egypt/USA), blending technology with traditional art, and Daniah Al Saleh (Saudi Arabia), whose video Evanesce reimagines Egyptian cinema through machine learning.

Bringing together the past and the future and combining human emotions with artificial intelligence, this year’s edition is truly an experience not to be missed. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply looking to indulge in a fun experience by the Pyramids, this is your chance.