Year of Tolerance in art: Platform for creative work

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Year of Tolerance in art: Platform for creative work

The Tasami art exhibition brings together 21 artists from eight countries to Dubai

The Tasami exhibition coincides with the UAE's Year of Tolerance, bringing together culture from all over the world

Published: Thu 28 Feb 2019, 10:35 AM

Last updated: Thu 28 Feb 2019, 12:40 PM

The Tasami art exhibition brings together 21 artists from eight countries to showcase their artistic creations in the city of Dubai, which is one of the most loved global destinations by the international talents in the field of art and culture.

Running until March 7, the event is being held under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance, and hosted by the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the emirate's dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, along with Gallery Ward and Dubai Design District.

Saeed Al Nabouda, Acting Director General at Dubai Culture, commented: "Our support for this exhibition stems from our commitment to cement the pillars of the Year of Tolerance, promote related ideals, and highlight the pivotal role it plays in spreading values based on peace and understanding. Fostering cultural relationships and facilitating an artistic exchange across the Arab region. Globally, this event will help underline our commitment to attract and support young talents, and provide them with a platform to exhibit their creative works, thereby furthering Dubai's status as a sponsor and incubator of artistic talents."

The exhibition features a special roster of artists, including Alaa Sharabi, Ammar Al Attar, Ezza Essa, Fadi Mulaik, Hashel Al Lamki, Ismail Al Rifai, Janet Bellotto, Jahida Al Bitar, Marwa Adel, Muhannad Arabi, Mutasem Al Qubaisi, Nizar Sabour, Nour Bahjat Al Masri, Nora B., Patricia Mills, Raju Alex, Samah Hamdi, Shirine Safi-addin, and Wael Ansi.