The Splendours of Uzbekistan’s Oases in the Louvre (blog)

Being in Paris for two weeks before Christmas, I had the opportunity to see the latest Louvre exhibition dedicated to a region of the Islamic world, Uzbekistan. Friends previously gave me feedback regarding the exhibit, but I went with an open mind, and left with conflicting thoughts. The exhibition is installed in a small space … More The Splendours of Uzbekistan’s Oases in the Louvre (blog)

Cartier et les Arts de l’Islam, between Darkness and Sparkles (blog)

This January, for the first time in three years, I was able to fly back to Paris. I lived in the city for nine years before moving to the UK, so coming back is always a moment I treasure. I get to see old friends, walk through the lane of my 20’s memories, and catch … More Cartier et les Arts de l’Islam, between Darkness and Sparkles (blog)