the arts

Have your kids learn from UAE creatives in a five-day summer program led by different artists each day. The Children’s Summer Camp at Jameel Arts Centre features immersive learning workshops.

Summer reminds me of fun, relaxing and a less-busy time of year. What better way to change your mindset during summer than to add some “summery” touches to your home decor. We’re talking sunny, beachy, sandy DIYs that will remind you of the ocean. Here are some of the cool and upcycled ideas we have for this summer:

Dubai’s emerging art scene has evolved rapidly over the past few years. The mix of cultures and nationalities has resulted in a diverse pool of talent. Whether browsing in Alserkal, checking out street art in Jumeirah or heading to galleries in DIFC, there’s plenty of art to be inspired by (bonus … galleries have AC).

For all fans of the Grammy-winning, pop-rock band Maroon 5, the group is confirmed to return to Dubai for the first time in eight years.

Meet Ali Cha’aban, a Lebanese-born, Kuwaiti-based artist whose work revolves around the notion of nostalgia, socio-political issues and the state of dystopia.

My number one reason for attending a We Love Art painting class was admittedly to have a guilt-free excuse for a weekday drink. But to my surprise, painting a mini masterpiece and learning a new skill was – dare I say it – more fun.

World Art Dubai returns for its fifth edition this year, bringing together art from across the world to the region. World Art Dubai is known for its diverse collection of affordable art pieces from paintings to prints, sculptors and photographs.

Event season is well underway in Dubai. If you’re looking to add a little extra wow factor for guests, why not consider live drawing by the talented Hatty Pedder?

Searching for another culture fix? Head to the new Jameel Arts Centre at Jaddaf Waterfront on Dubai Creek.

The metro support pillars between Dubai International Financial Centre station and Emirates Towers station will soon come alive thanks to Peruvian artist Daniel Cortez and a Dominican-born, Miami-based artist who goes by the name Evoca1. The themes of the murals have been chosen to inspire creativity and spread happiness while also reflecting Dubai’s character, vision and future aspirations.

In the year since opening its doors, The Louvre Abu Dhabi has welcomed more than one million visitors and has established itself as one of the world’s leading cultural institutions.

A London-based conceptual art house has opened in the UAE, giving residents access to some of the world’s best-known contemporary artists and providing a space for local ME artists to showcase their work to global collectors.

Channel your inner Picasso and spend your weekend exploring the world of art. Learn calligraphy, photography, how to draw or even enhance your skills in d3.

Born and raised in Kuwait, Basil AlHadi, aka Karrouhat, has officially made a name for himself in Dubai – and he isn’t planning on slowing down anytime soon.

Abu Dhabi’s cultural district will soon be home to the Zayed National Museum, the UAE’s first national museum. Preparatory construction was completed in 2017 and architects at the award-winning firm Foster + Partners took inspiration from one of the UAE’s most powerful symbols, the falcon.

As spring arrives in Dubai, the region’s art community gears up for one of the busiest seasons in their calendars, and this year it’s more exciting than ever.

Attention all art lovers and non-art lovers! In case you haven’t already heard, a one-of-a-kind Van Gogh exhibit is in the UAE.

Dubai kicks off 2018 with a legendary musical. After 40 years of success in New York’s Broadway and London‘s West End, Dubai Opera is hosting the much loved story, “Evita.”

1. “Instrumentalized” by Alessandro Balteo-Yazbeck, Green Art Gallery, Dubai (January 20 – March 7)

The opening of the Louvre Abu Dhabi is generating a buzz internationally as one of the most anticipated events of the year. The exact date of that opening is still to be confirmed, but we’re told construction is in its final stages.

There’s a new art space concept in town, and it’s an absolute gem! Founded by Ghada Kunash, The Workshop Dubai caters to designers, architects, music lovers and bookworms, consisting of an art gallery, cosy café and a design boutique that showcases vintage finds.

The seventh edition of Sikka Art Fair returns for an exciting 11-day program, featuring the region’s emerging artistic talents. Get ready for a spectrum of visual and performing arts, music and film.

Here at Meem Gallery we’re excited about Berlin-based, Palestinian artist Kamal Boullata returning with his exhibition Addolcendo. Boullata works in an intimate format, creating precise and detailed works on paper using watercolour, gouache and crayon.

Born from an industrial warehousing facility in 2007 Alserkal Avenue is now a key player in developing an organic and prolific creative scene in the UAE

The Dubai International Film Festival went big on Virtual Reality film this year and saw the world premiere of the Emirati VR film, ‘Flash’.

The universally popular James Bond comes to Dubai!

Dubai is about to get its first permanent show – and it’s breathtaking.

The second Dubai Design Week opened this week and runs until October 29, shining a spotlight on Dubai as a leading design hub. The patron is Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice chairman of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority.

The latest exhibition to open at Mojo Gallery is Prototype, featuring the work of Mohamed Al Mazrouei, an Emirati artist, poet, award-winning UAE author, cultural commentator and manager of the UAE Writers’ Union.

Montblanc’s Writers Edition pen collections, first introduced in 1992, honour literary greats in history.