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Emirati visual artist Hind Mezaina sheds light on an unseen Dubai in first solo exhibition

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A Masterpiece of Abstraction by the Artist Who Invented It To Go on View in Dubai

Unseen in Public for Over Half a Century, Wassily Kandinsky’s Exquisite Tensions calmées Will be Exhibited in Sotheby’s Gallery in the DIFC on 17 & 18 May

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ME Dubai celebrated women creatives in partnership with MIA Art Collection

ME Dubai, the only hotel in the Middle East to be fully designed both inside and out by Dame Zaha Hadid, has partnered with MIA Art Collection to bring a curated art exhibition to Dubai’s thriving artistic scene as part of its “Women Is Art” Collective.

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Studio Voltaire and Loewe Foundation Announced A Major New Award to Increase Opportunities for Under-Represented Artists

Studio Voltaire and LOEWE FOUNDATION have announced the LOEWE FOUNDATION / Studio Voltaire Award – a new programme benefitting seven artists with two years of support through rent–free studio space, professional development opportunities and a bursary. The second phase of the award, a new year–long residency for an international artist to be based at Studio Voltaire, will also be announced later this year. This major new programme coincides with the reopening of Studio Voltaire in October 2021, following a transformative capital development project.

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Open Call for the Filmmakers

SAF invites filmmakers to Submit Entries for the Fourth Edition of SFP

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A New Perspective From Award-Winning and Established Artists at World Art Dubai 2021

Over 200 artists from more than 27 countries will display 2,000 pieces during the four-day show at Dubai World Trade Centre. Robotics, street art, workshops and exciting live demonstrations await visitors from 7 – 10 April. Stringent safety measures will be implemented across the entirety of the show including social distancing and regular disinfection.

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Award-Winning Dubai-Based Artist Leila Pazooki Closes Art Dubai with an Inspiring Message on Equality and Female Empowerment

”If the world is to be saved, it will be the women who save it” is the message of Leila on her latest art piece. All proceeds of sold art pieces will be donated directly to Behnoode Foundation. Leila Pazooki unveils latest art piece entitled Reflection of our Rights. Leila Pazooki is a featured artist at Leila Heller Gallery, the gallery where Guinness World Record Holder Sacha Jafri’s latest exhibition 18 Years Retrospective is currently on display.

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World Art Dubai Puts Emerging Artists, Photographers and Students in The Frame

Competition in partnership with Rove Hotels provides budding artists with a platform to shine. Dubai schools unite to create painted murals, sculptures, installations and mixed media artworks. Nikon to celebrate emerging photographers in ‘stories through self-portrait’ competition.

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Fahad bin Naif’s Ithra Art Prize-winning commission unveiled at Art Dubai 2021

Saudi-based artist’s Rakhm makes its debut at region’s premier art fair. The Ithra Art Prize is one of the most substantial globally, with a grant of up to $100,000. The program supports the production of original content by Saudi or Saudi-based artists.

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Rayyane Tabet Solo Exhibition Showcases Artist’s Most Ambitious Project to Date

Featuring New Works Commissioned by Sharjah Art Foundation

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Magnificent light and art festival ready to launch in Riyadh with spectacular installations by more than 60 international artists

Noor Riyadh festival runs from March 18-June 12 with a Citywide installation program from March 18-April 3. The Light Upon Light: Light Art since the 1960s exhibition and citywide activities run from March 18- June 12. Festival line-up includes international icons Daniel Buren, Carsten Höller, Ilya & Emilia Kabakov, Yayoi Kusama, Dan Flavin and Robert Wilson, alongside Saudi artists Ahmed Mater, Lulwah Al Homoud, Ayman Zedani, Rashed AlShashai and Maha Malluh. Theme of ‘Under One Sky’ chosen as a symbol of unity.

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Dubai-Operated Behnoode Foundation to Launch Art Exhibition in Tehran This Month

All proceeds from the exhibition and sold art pieces will be donated to Behnoode Foundation to build a school for out-of-school-youth children in Nepal

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Recently Acquired and Rarely Seen Works from the Sharjah Art Foundation Collection On View in Unsettled Objects

Bringing together works by more than 30 artists, the exhibition encourages viewers to reconsider the way art objects are looked at and understood. The exhibition opened to the public on 12 March in the architectural landmark The Flying Saucer, Sharjah, UAE

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COYA Dubai presents artworks by Emirati artist Maha Al Mazrouei

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12 Pieces of Advice for Aspiring Artists from Award-Winning Middle Eastern Visual Artist Farshido

Farshido operates under Behnoode Foundation where he donates portion of all his artwork revenues to help children in Nepal

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Oblong Contemporary Art Gallery to Showcase Region’s First-ever exhibition of three Israeli artist titled ‘Abyss of Bliss.’

Yinon Gal-On, Ariela Wertheimer and Keren Shpilsher will debut their bespoke artworks at the Dubai exhibition.

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Street Art Legend Shepard Fairey Unveils First Middle East Mural in Dubai Design District

Artwork reaffirms Dubai’s status as a UNESCO City of Creative Design

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BIC partners with Zaid Farouki to inspire his upcoming collection for Arab Fashion Week

BIC is Human Creativity Partner of AFW 2021

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Sotheby’s Dubai to Exhibit Showstopping Highlights from Worldwide Auctions 15 – 18 March

Including a Rare 12th-Century Zodiac Bowl Estimated at £1.5 Million Alongside Glittering Jewels led by a 41.50 Carat Flawless Diamond Pendant Necklace. Followed by ‘Beyond the Auction Room’ A Private Selling Exhibition of Jewellery, Watches & Contemporary Art 27 March – 3 April

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Important Qajar Painting to Lead Christie's Islamic Art Auction on 1 April 2021

A discovery at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens in Florida

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Stunning New Premises for the UAE’s Leading Interior Design Training Centre: The Designers’ Studio

The Designers’ Studio launches in its new location at The Courtyard, Al Quoz

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Experience Ballet Like Never Before as Velaa Private Island Welcomes an All-Star Cast

Heaven On Earth, a week-long schedule of activities and ballet performances debuts at one of the world’s top five private islands

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Magical stage production of ‘LE PETIT PRINCE’ at Dubai Opera

Five modern-day life lessons adults and children of all ages can learn from the ‘LE PETIT PRINCE’