Why go?<\/strong> To see Burj Khalifa in art form Why go?<\/strong> A family-friendly programme of events and fun Why go?<\/strong> To learn new skills as an artist Why go?<\/strong> For a glimpse into South African historyThis one is a short trip down the road to Sharjah, but is worth the journey. South African painter, writer, printmaker, curator and activist, Gavin Jantjes will be hosting his exhibition To Be Free! until Sunday March 10. The showcase explores his experiences in Cape Town from 1970 to the present, including his anti-apartheid activism until the mid-1980s. His work is inspired by the quest for artistic freedom.Free. Until Mar 10. Gallery 4, 5 & 6, Al Mureijah Art Spaces, Sharjah Art Foundation, sharjahart.org.<\/em><\/p>\n Why go:<\/strong> To learn more about Palestine Why go:<\/strong> For an insight into India Why go:<\/strong> To see the artist\u2019s first solo exhibition Why go:<\/strong> To start your affordable art collection Discover the vibrant world of art in Dubai with a myriad of exciting art festivals and exhibitions lined up for 2024. Immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of this dynamic city.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[1],"tags":[227,570,567,566,8,204,568,572,573,569,571,574],"class_list":["post-563","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-dubai-helicopter","tag-227","tag-art-dubai","tag-art-exhibitions","tag-art-festivals","tag-dubai","tag-india","tag-monochrome-metropolis","tag-palestine","tag-short-circuits","tag-sikka-art-and-design-festival","tag-to-be-free","tag-world-art-dubai"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/563","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=563"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/563\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":564,"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/563\/revisions\/564"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=563"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=563"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubaihelicopterflight.ae\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=563"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
British artist Tom Butler will be presenting his latest exhibition, Monochrome Metropolis at Mestaria Gallery in Alserkal Avenue this month, but be quick as it ends on Sunday February 18. Through the use of line ink and graphite, Butler\u2019s artworks will feature detailed contemporary representations of some of Dubai\u2019s well-known cityscapes. Each piece has a special narrative, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in scenic landscapes. One of the highlights is All That Glitters – a striking drawing of Dubai\u2019s famous Burj Khalifa.Free. Open daily 10am-7pm. Until Sun Feb 18. Mestaria Gallery Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, mestaria.art<\/em><\/p>\nSikka Art and Design Festival<\/h2>\n
Want to take the gang to something cultural? The 12th edition of the Sikka Art and Design Festival will be taking place from Friday February 23 to Sunday March 3 and there\u2019s set to loads to check out. Hosted in Dubai\u2019s charming Al Fahidi historical neighbourhood, you can explore exhibitions, installations, poetry nights, musical performances, workshops and captivating films.Free. Fri Feb 23-Sun Mar 3. Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, sikkartandesign.com<\/em><\/p>\nArt Dubai 2024<\/h2>\n
Art aficionados, get ready as the highly-anticipated Art Dubai 2024 will be kicking off at the start of March. The 17th edition of Art Dubai will showcase contemporary and modern global artworks. Look forward to exploring work from more than 400 artists and 40 countries across contemporary, modern, bawwaba and digital. There will be something for the whole family, including artist-led workshops for kids, conferences, installations and much more.Dhs100 (one-day pass), Dhs180 (three-day pass). Fri Mar 1-Sun Mar 3. Madinat Jumeirah, artdubai.ae (04 563 1400).<\/em><\/p>\nTo Be Free!<\/h2>\n
In the eyes of our present, we hear Palestine<\/h2>\n
This special exhibition offers a glimpse into the challenges and hopes of the Palestinian community. It features the works of Palestinian artists, as well as artists from neighbouring countries. You can explore paintings, installations, videos and sculptures spanning from the 1950s to the present. Participating artists include Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme, Adel Abidin, Ayreen Anastas and Rene Gabri, Simone Fattal, Tarek Al Ghoussein and many more.Free. Until April 14. Old Al Dhaid Clinic, Al Dhaid, Sharjah, sharjahart.org<\/em><\/p>\nSheher, Prakriti, Devi<\/h2>\n
Curated by Gauri Gill, in dialogue with Sabih Ahmed, Sheher, Prakriti, Devi showcases Gill\u2019s ongoing documentation of urban, rural, domestic, communitarian, public and non-material spaces. The artwork draws inspiration from semi-urban spaces in India since 2003, in a series titled ‘Rememory\u2019. Featured artists include Sheher, Prakriti, Devi includes works by Chamba Rumal, Chiara Camoni, Gauri Gill, Ladhki Devi, Mariam Suhail, Meera Mukherjee, Mrinalini Mukherjee, Rashmi Kaleka, Shefalee Jain, Sukanya Ghosh, Vinnie Gill and Yoshiko Crow.Free. Until Sat Jun 1. Ishara Art Foundation, A3, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, ishara.org.<\/em><\/p>\nShort Circuits by Vikram Divecha<\/h2>\n
Vikram Divecha\u2019s debut solo exhibition is coming to Dubai. Set to be hosted at Jameel Art Centre, the Beirut-born artist is inspired by planning, construction, demolition and maintenance that shape the cities of the UAE and beyond. You can expect to see playful and poetic site-specific installations, video works, photography and drawings that engage with the UAE\u2019s urban and social histories. This talented artist has been exhibited regionally and internationally at the 57th Venice Biennale\u2019s UAE National Pavilion UAE, the 13th Sharjah Biennial, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts (New York), and more, so don\u2019t miss out.Free. Thu Feb 1-Sun Jun 16. Jameel Arts Centre, jameelartscentre.org.<\/em><\/p>\nWorld Art Dubai<\/h2>\n
Adding to your art collection? Looking to start one? Make a date in your diary for the tenth edition of World Art Dubai, taking place from Thursday May 2 to Sunday May 5. You can explore stunning artworks here and get your hands on new pieces at affordable prices, promising art starting from US $100 (Dhs367). Look forward to live art performances, workshops, art fashion shows and much more. Interested in exhibiting? You can still sign up to showcase your work.Tickets TBC. Thu May 2-Sun May 5. Dubai World Trade Centre, worldartdubai.com.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"