Join us from February 15th – March 20th, 2025 to be immersed in the serene beauty of the Gulf’s mangroves, celebrating their vital role in protecting wildlife, coastlines, and the delicate balance of nature.
“Symphony of the Wetlands” invites you to embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting world of mangroves that grace coastlines around the world, with a special focus on the rich ecosystems of Southwestern Asia. This exhibition is an ode to these vital ecosystems, celebrating their inherent tranquility and the intricate tapestry of endangered wildlife thriving within their protective embrace.
The artwork transports you into the serene and lively corridors of the grey and white mangroves, where life thrives with the ebb and flow of the tides nurturing the roots of the Avicennia marina, to the vibrant choreography of birds, fish, crustaceans, and mammals that find sanctuary from the sun’s intense gaze, each element contributing to the ecological opus.
Their intricate root systems secure shifting sands, protect shorelines from constant waves, prevent erosion, and support biodiversity. These saltwater forests conduct a vital symphony of life and sustainability, echoing the importance of preserving such wonders of nature in the face of environmental challenges.
May “Symphony of the Wetlands” inspire contemplation and action, encouraging us to safeguard and honor these remarkable ecosystems, ensuring their ecological melody continues to resonate for generations to come.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Solimar Miller is a multidisciplinary artist based in Dubai, whose work is deeply influenced by the environment and the ecological changes reshaping the landscape. Her practice focuses on documenting indigenous tree species facing endangerment due to urban development, climate change, and natural disasters. Through observational drawings and a range of processes, she creates paintings and hand-silkscreened artworks on diverse materials, including upcycled textiles hand-dyed with indigenous tree bark, branches, and leaves. In December 2023, Jameel Arts Center commissioned Miller to create twelve large artworks for the sustainable pavilion ‘Tarabot: Weaving a Living Forum,’ which runs until 2025. Her art was also showcased during her residency with Bloomberg Philanthropies at COP28 UAE 2023, with works displayed at Emirates Towers, DIFC, and EXPO. Miller’s recent exhibitions include ‘Perspectives’ at Capital Club in 2024, a charity event at Capsule Arts, and an exhibition with Iris Projects for Architectural Digest x Jubail Island, Abu Dhabi.
She debuted her first solo exhibition, ‘Witnessing Us,’ at XVA Art Gallery in 2023, and has exhibited at the Middle East Institute Art Gallery, FIT Art Gallery, Tashkeel Studio, and other venues. Her work has been featured in prominent publications like the Washington Post, Canvas, and Wallpaper. Miller is also an accomplished designer, having created original works for brands like Fendi and Stark Carpet, and her art can be found in luxury properties around the world. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Textile Surface Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology and studies in Illustration at Parsons School of Design, she has received numerous accolades, including being nominated for The Salama bint Hamdan Emerging Artists Fellowship and shortlisted for The Art Circle Award in 2024.