The inaugural event featuring world-class lineup takes place at Expo City Dubai from January 26 to February 4 Sisters of the Desert projection show features works by Emirati Dhabia Jumaa Lamlah, Australian Rene Kulitja and South Africa’s Dr Esther Mahlangu Event partnered with Liter of Light to provide high-quality solar lighting to disadvantaged communities Close on the heels of Noor Riyadh light art festival in Saudi Arabia last month, another festival is going to light up the Middle East. Dhai Dubai, the first-ever Emirati-led light art festival, has launched its illuminating 10-day programme at Expo City Dubai. The event celebrates the rich artistic tapestry of Emirati talent through a series of awe-inspiring artistic projections, interactive installations, enlightening tal...
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Noor Riyadh 2023 curators discuss the festival’s themes • This year’s theme ‘The Bright Side of the Desert Moon’ explores light as a unifying force • The festival is curated by Jérôme Sans, Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni Noor Riyadh, the world's largest light art festival, has returned to the Saudi capital, transforming it through a series of stunning public installations. Running until December 16, the third edition presents more than 120 artworks by over 100 artists, representing more than 35 countries. Presented by Lead Curator Jérôme Sans and Curators Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni this year’s festival theme ‘The Bright Side of the Desert Moon’ explores light as a unifying force that sustains, comforts and connects us all. Artworks are...
Read More● Tuwaiq Sculpture announces its 5th edition under the theme ‘Dimensions of Movement’ ● 30 artists from all over the world selected to create large-scale sculptures in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ● Indian sculptor Bhola Kumar also selected to participate at Tuwaiq Sculpture 2024 in Riyadh. ● Focus on developing local talent, as 33% of the participating artists in the 5th edition are from Saudi Arabia, half of which are women ● The project is an integral part of Riyadh Art, one of the world's most ambitious public art initiatives A total of 30 sculptors have been selected for the 5th edition of Tuwaiq Sculpture, themed ‘Dimensions of Movement’. Held annually in the capital of Saudi Arabia, the sculpture symposium brings local and international sculptors together to create public ...
Read MoreIn Philadelphia, every wall is a potential blank canvas, and stunning murals adorn building exteriors and walls all over. The Countryside of Philadelphia is a necessary stopping point when discovering Pennsylvania’s art – between the famed Wyeth family and the number of various museums, galleries, and studios in the area, Countryside of Philadelphia is a vibrant art hotspot. The creative urges here are strong, and over the past few years artists and members of the county have begun to think outside of the frame, literally. City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program. Photo: Steve Weinik Today, the Countryside of Philadelphia has a number of beautiful murals on display that not only add character to the already charming countryside, but also tell a story about the people who are here....
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