Photo Journal
Renowned Yemeni artist Mazher Nizar’s art

Yemeni artist Mazher Nizar stopped by the Bab al-Yemen art exhibition by European artists for a chat. He talked about his unique style, particularly his colorful portrayal of women. The paintings are on display in the Sheba Hotel, Sanaa. (Click to watch the interview with the artist.)

She’d heard about it in the news and read an article in National Geographic on qat, the leaf with mildly intoxicating effects that is a social glue. The recurring question she has to answer about living in Yemen is “Why?” – the country is struggling with poverty and internal discord as well as terrorists adopting it as a safe haven. Because it’s mysterious, Yemen is sometimes misunderstood. Its troubles often overshadow its beauty, its architecture, its history, and its people’s hospitality and friendliness. The writer is still appreciating the many reasons to explore this little-known, complex, fascinating country – most more than meets the eye. 








