Fashion, philosophy, fantasy and more; five new exhibitions in Beirut allow the viewer to explore a wide range of topics.

Dieci
Artist and social activist Kiki Bokassa uses oil paint and graffiti spray cans on old fabric motifs, bought from the souks of Tripoli, to create an alliance between traditional motifs and modern expressionism.
Galerie Pièce Unique (01 975655) Bldg 1064, Block A, Rue Aris Kanafani, Quartier des Arts, Saifi Village. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. May 18-June 4

Within the Dollhouse: The Jumble of Fantasy and Tragedy
Lebanese artist Rima Chahrour presents her work in an exhibition this month at Art Lounge. Charhour’s is a collection of realities, encouraging the viewer to reflect upon 'the fantasies created as means of denying man’s tragic and fixed end'.
Art Lounge (03 997676) Quarantina River Bridge, near Forum de Beirut, Quarantina. Wed-Sat 6pm-12mid. May 18-June 12

Image in the Aftermath
The image is the focal point of this exhibition by several international artists, interrogating its production, use and dissemination. Each of the works reflects on the power of the image during historical events such as Hiroshima, the Lebanese wars and more.
Beirut Art Center (01 397018) Bldg 13, Str 97, Zone 66, Adlieh. Mon-Sat 12noon-8pm. May 18-July 16

STARCH your summer
'STARCH your summer' is part of the Beirut Art Exhibition Centre’s (BAC) series BAC design. The exhibition is a collection of products with the STARCH brand codes, designed by STARCH designers over the years. Fashion clothing, accessories and interior products carrying the signature style of each designer will be on display.
Beirut Art and Exhibition Centre (01 397018) Bldg 13, Str 97, Zone 66, Adlieh. Mon-Sat 12noon- 8pm. May 17-June 11

Le Pendule
Bassam Geitani’s exhibition displays the artist’s fascination with philosophy, the sciences and the ‘cosmic conscience’. His technique fascinates, as he uses a pendulum to trace spirals on canvases.
Galerie Janine Rubeiz (01 868290) Majdelani Bldg, Raouché. Tue-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-2pm. May 18-June 18.