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Featuring 120 presentations curated from over 60 cities and spanning across 40 countries, Art Dubai 2024 showcases four distinct sections: Contemporary, Bawwaba, Art Dubai Modern, and Art Dubai Digital. Among the myriad highlights are groundbreaking commissions and premieres by globally acclaimed artists. Notably, the debut of 'Heart Space' by visionary digital artist Krista Kim, presented by Julius Baer as part of its esteemed NEXT initiative, promises to captivate audiences with its innovative approach to artistry.
Distinguished as hosting 'the most extensive education, talks and thought-leadership programme of any international art fair', this year's edition of Art Dubai also features the prestigious Global Art Forum. Led by commissioner Shumon Basar and curator Nadine El-Khoury, this flagship summit explores the intricate relationship between extreme weather phenomena and societal transformation.
Distinguished as hosting 'the most extensive education, talks and thought-leadership programme of any international art fair', this year's edition of Art Dubai also features the prestigious Global Art Forum. Led by commissioner Shumon Basar and curator Nadine El-Khoury, this flagship summit explores the intricate relationship between extreme weather phenomena and societal transformation.
(Image credit: Art Dubai 2024. Installation view. Credit_ Spark Media)
Under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Art Dubai 2024 stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of cultural collaboration. In partnership with ARM Holding and sponsored by the esteemed Swiss wealth management group, Julius Baer, the fair brings together a constellation of international galleries in a celebration of artistic ingenuity.
´Bawwaba, translating to 'gateway' in Arabic, offers a curated selection of solo presentations from artists hailing from the Global South. Conceived by esteemed curator Emiliano Valdés, this section serves as a platform for contemplation and healing, engaging with pressing social and political themes whilst fostering a sense of community and belonging.´ - Charles Daniel McDonald
Art Dubai Modern, curated by Dr. Christianna Bonin, delves into the geopolitical landscape of the Global South following the Second World War. With a focus on artists who traversed Cold War-era exchanges and studied in Soviet metropoles, this section offers a compelling exploration of artistic expression amidst historical upheaval.
´Bawwaba, translating to 'gateway' in Arabic, offers a curated selection of solo presentations from artists hailing from the Global South. Conceived by esteemed curator Emiliano Valdés, this section serves as a platform for contemplation and healing, engaging with pressing social and political themes whilst fostering a sense of community and belonging.´ - Charles Daniel McDonald
Art Dubai Modern, curated by Dr. Christianna Bonin, delves into the geopolitical landscape of the Global South following the Second World War. With a focus on artists who traversed Cold War-era exchanges and studied in Soviet metropoles, this section offers a compelling exploration of artistic expression amidst historical upheaval.
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Meanwhile, Art Dubai Digital, curated by Auronda Scalera and Alfredo Cramerotti, ventures into the realm of new media art and technology. Through the lens of advanced technologies such as AI, AR, and VR, this section offers a glimpse into the future of artistic expression and cultural perception. As the 17th edition of Art Dubai unfolds at the prestigious Madinat Jumeirah from 1 to 3 March 2024, visitors are invited to embark on a transformative journey through the boundless realms of artistic innovation and cultural exploration.
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