Qatar Museums unveils two art installations to mark blockade

Qatar Museums (QM) has unveiled two public art installations by British artist Martin Creed and emerging Qatari ‘ARToonist’ Ghada al-Khater. The artworks mark the first anniversary of the blockade against Qatar, commemorating a historic time of unprecedented national solidarity and the power of hope that brought the people of Qatar together. 

The first piece is Martin Creed’s mutable ‘Everything is Going to be Alright’ installation, which was newly-created for the context of the anniversary of Qatar’s blockade, and showcased on the façade of Al Riwaq Gallery. The bright ‘LEDpiece’ provides a moment of double-take in urban landscapes and acts as a reassuring message for everyone that passes by. Originally executed in 1999 for a temporary commission in Hackney, the artwork is one of the great post-conceptualist pieces of the late 20th century.'A Blessing in Disguise' neon sign by Qatari ARToonist Ghada al-Khater is seen on the Fire Stationtarget="_blank"'>