For the first time in Qatar, Red Bull Curates will feature Dhow Art. The initiative is dedicated to the appreciation of art and Qatar’s cultural heritage. Red Bull Curates: Dhow Art will be held in partnership with Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum, Vodafone Qatar and Doha Fire station.
As an essential aspect of Qatar’s history, the iconic dhow will become the unconventional canvas to a selection of talented artists in the country. Leading as the curator on the initiative Khalifa Al Obaidly, director of Doha Fire Station will lead the artists throughout Red Bull Curates: Dhow art.
The curator invited 25 Artists from all backgrounds and disciplines, to take part in the initiative. Starting with an orientation at Doha Fire Station, the project was introduced to the invitees, giving them insights on everything to expect. The artists proceeded to submit the creative designs that would inspire their dhow art.
“We’re used to the canvas traditionally being an empty space, but now the canvas has transformed into a dhow, presenting a new challenge. Every artist will innovate to find their own way around this challenge as they implement their inspiring art to the boats. I look forward to this truly unique experience, changing the way effects are expressed through art”, claimed Khalifa Al Obaidly.
On the 23rd of November an announcement dinner was held at the City Centre Rotana Doha. The event was attended by multiple media outlets at which the curator and a jury selected six artists to bring their designs to life. The six artists include Fahad Al-Maadheed, Mubarak Al Malik, Jamila Al Ansari, Noor Abu Issa, Fatma Al Naimi and Muna Al Bader. (see below)
During implementation, the artists will paint, spray and decorate the dhows down to every detail. The artists and their dhows will be showcased at the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum on the 14th of December.
Red Bull Curates: Dhow Art is in partnership with Creative Union, Hempel, official media partner I Love Qatar, community partners Qatar Living, What’s Going On Qatar, Qatar Events and hospitality partner City Centre Rotana Doha.
Source: Press Release
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