They emphasized that the continuous initiatives made the country a hub for the arts in the region
Emirati Plastic Artists: The nation's support for creators without borders
Art Dubai is one of the major art events hosted by the country.
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Narges Noureddine: "The art of Arabic calligraphy also enjoys great support in the UAE, although it is targeting a lower segment of society."
Nasser Nasrallah: "The country is now embracing a lot of international works through galleries, as well as museums, and it has a distinguished reputation in the field of art."
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Emirati plastic artists confirmed that the luminous scene and the development of the visual arts arena in the country is the result of the unlimited support provided to creators since the establishment of the federation until today, indicating that the initiatives have worked to develop the sector, starting with sending artists to study abroad at an early stage in the life of the federation. , passing through training workshops, leading to the launch of art institutions, galleries, museums, and other initiatives that have continued over the course of 51 years, is the age of the country, and that made the UAE an attractive hub for the arts in the region.
The artist, Abdul Rahim Salem, said about the support of creators, that "the UAE opened the door wide for intellectuals through the initiatives it presented, and it was a catalyst for artists and all ministers of culture who have passed through the state since the establishment of the federation, and they have had great contributions in supporting creators," noting that the state since In the eighties, she organized a cultural week abroad, and toured many capitals, with the aim of introducing Emirati artists.
He praised the steps taken by the Ministry of Culture and Youth, which push artists to progress and continue, expressing his wish that a national museum of local plastic art be established, to provide an image of the Emirati art scene, as well as to preserve production within the country, as many of the works of the pioneers were sold abroad and bought. Again, he needs wealth.
He added that the support provided by the state to artists is unlimited, and is represented by many initiatives, whether directed to the Emirati artist, or that attract artists from countries of the world, including, for example, granting creators a golden residency, which is a gesture that supports culture and enriches the art scene.
pluralism
For his part, artist Muhammad Kazem said, "The first generation of artists received support and encouragement through scholarships. Some of them studied in Europe or some Arab countries such as Egypt and Iraq, and completed this role with the Ministry of Culture that sponsors artists, in addition to granting sabbaticals." And facilitating vacations for creators for their participation abroad.
He referred to pluralism in the cultural scene in the Emirates, by virtue of the presence of many institutions across the country, which provide support to creative citizens as well as resident artists, explaining that there are many steps that have also been taken abroad to support artists, such as the Emirati pavilion in the «Venice Biennale». Pointing to the international art events that are being organized today in the Emirates, including "Art Dubai" and "Abu Dhabi Art".
He stressed that the new generation of artists can now live through artwork, and this was not possible in the beginning, and the reason is due to the support of artists by institutions, stressing the importance of giving external works more attention, in order to present an image of contemporary local art.
Great development
While the artist Khalil Abdel Wahed saw that the country’s march is distinguished and full of achievements in terms of encouraging creators, and throughout the emirates of the country, although the most prominent movement was in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi, indicating that there is a role for the government and private sectors, so in parallel with the state’s initiatives, a group of art galleries launched This has strengthened the position of the UAE as a hub for the arts in the region.
He added that the development taking place in the country at various levels had a significant impact on supporting the creative scene, as many new art centers emerged, including “Al Serkal Avenue” and the Dubai Financial Center, which allowed artistic energies to present creations from multiple windows, whether through exhibitions. Or even art nights.
Abdul Wahed praised the movement of establishing museums, which strengthened the attraction of those interested in the arts, as the UAE has become a meeting point for following up creators and artistic activity.
Calligraphy
For her part, the artist and calligrapher Narges Noureddine confirmed that the support provided by the state to artists is unlimited, and this is highlighted by the major exhibitions that support the artistic movement, noting that Arabic calligraphy also received great support, despite the fact that it is directed to a lower segment of society.
She added: «I remember in my beginnings in the field of Arabic calligraphy, that after the completion of local exhibitions, trips were organized to Turkey to undergo special courses in calligraphy, and this added a lot to the level of experience for calligraphers, and communication with professors after returning from Turkey was via fax, but today it has become The exercises are easier, and they take place through the Zoom application.
And she stressed that every time has a means of progress, and this is what the state has followed in supporting artists.
She believed that the art scene today lacks specialized institutes, especially in Dubai. In Abu Dhabi and Sharjah there are some institutions, but in Dubai there is a need for a specialized institute for education.
Enhance experience
Through his own experience, artist Nasser Nasrallah referred to the stages that plastic art has gone through since the inception of the union until now, explaining that it began in the eighties of the last century, after participating in many technical courses that provided training and enhancing experience through discussions, After that, he and other artists got opportunities to exhibit in exhibitions inside and outside the country.
He stressed the importance of focusing at the present time on local works, especially since the country is now embracing many international works through galleries, as well as international museums, and it has a distinguished reputation in the field of art, and it is necessary to focus on the importance of creating permanent exhibitions of youth works.
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