Khalid Mezaina: A Dubai Artist Bridging Tradition and Innovation Khalid Mezaina, born in Dubai in 1981, is an Emirati artist whose multifaceted practice—spanning drawing, painting, collage, and installation—reflects a deep engagement with themes of identity, memory, and the unique cultural landscape of his homeland. From humble beginnings as a graphic designer to forging a path as a co-founder of the art collective ‘Dubai Artists,’ Me…