Inauguration of Nabil Helou’s Monumental Public Art Sculpture
📍 Sanayeh Garden – October 5, 2016
Art in Motion “Resistance and Persistence” exhibition opening, at Rene Moawad public garden (Sanayeh) with the minister of culture Mr. Rony Arayji, the minister of tourism Mr. Michel Pharaon, the founders of Art in Motion Mrs. Rania Halawi, Mrs. Rania Tabbara, and Mrs. Raya Farhat, the art consultant Mrs. Valerie Reinholdin, in the presence of Mrs. Nayla Mouawad and Mr. Fouad Makhzoumi.
Nabil Helou’s Monumental Public Sculpture
"Art in Motion"
Exhibition
📍 René Moawad (Sanayeh) Garden, Beirut
October 9–24, 2016
Featured as part of Art in Motion, Nabil Helou’s monumental public sculpture was showcased in René Moawad Garden through an official invitation-based exhibition.
Beirut Art Week 2016 – "Black Pearl" Sculpture Presentation
📍 Beirut Souks, Solidere
September 2016
On the occasion of the 4th edition of Beirut Art Week, and under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. the Minister of Culture Mr. Raymond Araiji, the event welcomed:
Mrs. Laure d’Hauteville, Founder and Director of Beirut Art Fair
Organizing members Marine Bougaran and Pascal Odille
Representatives of sponsors, partner institutions, galleries, and media
Lebanese sculptor Nabil Helou, in collaboration with AIR FRANCE, presented his latest monumental sculpture titled “Black Pearl.”
Beirut Art Week 2015 – Public Art Bench by Nabil Helou
📍 Beirut Souks, Solidere
September 2015
During the 3rd edition of Beirut Art Week, and under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. the Minister of Culture Mr. Raymond Araiji, the following key figures attended:
Mrs. Laure d’Hauteville, Founder and Director of Beirut Art Fair
Organizing members: Pascal Odille, Marine Bougaran, Rania Tabbara, and Rania Halawi
Representatives of sponsors, partner institutions, galleries, and media
Nabil Helou, the Lebanese sculptor, in collaboration with OFFICINE PANERAI, unveiled his Public Art Bench Sculpture.
“Odd Family Portrait” – Contemporary Sculpture Award
Odd Family Portrait” Laureate of “Contemporary Sculpture AWARD” at UNESCO
– Sep. 29, 2014
Nabil Helou is the laureate of the Contemporary Sculpture Award, presented by Macam Museum, at the 5th Visual Art Forum, organized by the Lebanese Artists’ Association – painters and sculptors – LAAPS, an exhibition for Lebanese Contemporary Art, at UNESCO Beirut, from September 29 till October 4, 2014.
Murex D’Or Trophy Presentation – 2014
Murex Moment, September 4, 2014
📍 Casino du Liban
At the 14th edition of the Murex d’Or, sculptor Nabil Helou and artist Aline Lahoud took the stage to present the Murex d’Or Trophy to Jad Katrib.
The prestigious ceremony was broadcast live on Future TV, LBC International, and Rotana Music, reaching audiences across the region.
Sculpting Prestige – Murex d’Or Trophy
Murex d'Or Trophy
The Murex D’Or is one of Lebanon’s most significant annual award ceremonies, celebrating both regional and international figures whose work has made a meaningful impact in the art industry.
The idea for the award show was conceived by Lebanese brothers Dr. Zahi Helou and Dr. Fadi Helou.
The Murex D’Or trophy itself — a symbol of artistic prestige — is designed and sculpted by Nabil Helou, making him an integral part of this cultural landmark.
"Odditorium" Exhibition at Al Bustan Festival
Odditorium at Al Bustan Festival
Nabil Helou Sculpture Exhibition at Al Bustan International Festival of Music and the Arts
The Al Bustan International Festival featured a parallel art exhibition titled “Odditorium” by renowned sculptor Nabil Helou. His works were highlighted for their unique fusion between sculpture and painting, offering a multi-dimensional artistic experience to festival attendees.
As quoted by The Daily Star in its January 9, 2014 issue (page 16):
“Another much-loved parallel event at Al-Bustan is the art exhibition. This year’s artist is Nabil Helou, whose work has been described as a ‘fusion between sculpture and painting.’”
Abu Dhabi Contemporary Art Show featuring Nabil Helou
Abu Dhabi Contemporary Art Show
ABU DHABI, Mar. 4 – The first episode of the spring 2008 season of Abu Dhabi’s first and only monthly international contemporary exhibition, the Contemporary Art Show of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), is set to start on March 9, 2008 featuring internationally renowned Lebanese sculptor Nabil Helou.
Abdullah Al Amery, Arts and Culture Director, Abu Dhabi Authority of Culture and Heritage (ADACH), premium sponsor of the show, explained that ADACH is keen on sponsoring and supporting important cultural activities that present creative Arab artists of international standard and is supportive of exhibitions taking place in the capital that present the work of such artists.
~ Emirates News Agency.
