The Matisse Art Gallery sits behind a crisp, white facade on a quiet street in Guéliz. Inside, the space functions as a dedicated home for Moroccan contemporary art, moving away from the traditional crafts that dominate the city’s markets.…
Gueliz Modern Art Galleries
This neighborhood walk takes you through the stylish streets of Gueliz to visit its four most distinct contemporary galleries, breaking up the art with a gorgeous garden cafe and a local design studio.
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1. Matisse Art Gallery
2. Comptoir des Mines Galerie
The Comptoir des Mines Galerie occupies a building that once served as the regional headquarters for the Moroccan mining industry. Its distinct Art Deco facade, characterized by sharp geometric lines and a stark white finish, distinguishes…
3. Loft Art Gallery Marrakech
The Loft Art Gallery features a distinct, minimal facade that separates its crisp white interior from the bustling streets of Guéliz. Established by Myriem Hachim, the gallery occupies a space once used for industrial storage. She turned…
4. Some Slowconcept
The Slowconcept storefront sits behind a high, minimalist glass facade that cuts through the dusty streetscape of Guéliz with sharp, modern lines. This space acts as a curated bridge between traditional Moroccan craftsmanship and…
5. L'BLASSA ART SPACE
L'Blassa Art Space sits behind a weathered, mustard-yellow facade on the Rue de la Liberté. Before it became a gallery for contemporary Moroccan artists, this building served as a cinema in the nineteen thirties, back when Guéliz…
6. Atelier 44 Marrakech Gueliz
Atelier Forty-Four sits behind a wall of glass and steel in the heart of Guéliz, standing apart from the terracotta-toned tradition of the medina. This space acts as a gallery and creative hub where local painters and designers display…