Artwork featuring Sheikh Mohamed draws crowds at ADIHEX 2026
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- A painting depicting Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on a falconry trip attracted visitors at ADIHEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi.
- Mohsen Saeed, owner of the Gir shop, said he created the work after seeing a photograph of the president and focused on reproducing the bird’s size, color, appearance, and detail.
- The artist also paid close attention to other elements in the photograph, including the propeller.
A painting featuring Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan during a falconry trip became a talking point at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2026.
The artwork combines the original photograph with realistic details. It also incorporates a stuffed bird, placing particular emphasis on the subject that inspired the project.
Mohsen Saeed, owner of the Gir shop, told Al Khaleej that the idea came after he saw a photograph of Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed on a falconry trip. He wanted to reproduce the image faithfully while preserving its intricate details.
Saeed said the work focused especially on matching the bird’s size, color, aesthetics, and detail. Other elements in the photograph, including the propeller, also received careful attention.
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