Sixth edition of the Focal Point Art Book Fair

Focal Point art book fair, 2023. Bait Obaid Al Shamsi. Image courtesy of Sharjah Art Foundation

Overview

Sharjah Art Foundation’s annual art book fair showcases independent bookmaking from around the world with a spotlight on publishers from the region. A critical space for knowledge-sharing and community building, the fair features a compelling selection of printed material by artists’ presses, bookmakers, self-publishers and non-commercial cultural producers who expand and experiment with the medium of publishing. It also includes a talks programme and workshops as well as book launches and signings.