KT to host spectacular 'Art and Headlines' exhibition in Dubai

Artists will portray their interpretations of selected front pages through various artistic mediums.

Khaleej Times, the nation's oldest English newspaper, announced a collaborative art exhibition 'Art and Headlines' at Andakulova Gallery from November 16 to 22 in Dubai.
The week-long exhibition will showcase 12 iconic front pages of Khaleej Times from the last four decades. Its theme is the intriguing visual interpretation of the newspaper's front pages by exemplary artists.
The artists will portray their interpretation of selected front page through various types of art - conceptual, functional, acrylic, water colour, charcoal, graffiti, and mixed mediums.
Speaking about this unique concept, Ravi Raman, senior vice-president at Khaleej Times, said: "These are truly special pages both of Khaleej Times and the nation. We are truly pleased to see talented artists create their renditions of it."
The artists at this exhibition come from diverse cultures and nationalities. Through the language of their art, each artist can express and share their unique ideas with the world. The artists said: "Khaleej Times has provided a unique platform to us to display our distinctiveness and imaginations in the form of our varied creations."
Speaking about this unique idea, Vinay Kamat, editor of Khaleej Times, said: "There is a thin line between news and creativity. News inspires art and art inspires news. Khaleej Times' initiative brings the blur into focus, showcasing the unique contribution of newspapers to art and art's own stamp on newspapers. The influence of news makes art contemporary, contextual and impressionistic."
Natalya Andakulova, owner/founder of the Andakulova Gallery, said: "Andakulova Gallery has always strived to bring the richness of Central Asian works to art lovers and the general public of this region. We are pleased and honoured to host this unique event in collaboration with Khaleej Times. I think this initiative will go a long way in building bridges between Central Asia and the Mena regions."
The Khaleej Times Art exhibition is supported by The Art of Shaving and Canvas Magazine, a premier magazine for art and culture from the Middle East and Arab World.
Asad Raza Khan, international markets leader, The Art of Shaving, said: "The Art of Shaving is proud to be associated with such a fantastic event. Khaleej Times has been a pioneer in the UAE media. It's nice to see them come together with local artists to celebrate the nation's history and heritage via headlines and art.
"The UAE has a rich history which many people are still not familiar with - this is an innovative platform for many people to learn more about this wonderful nation and its journey."
The Art and Headlines exhibition will open with a gala reception for VIP guests on November 16 and for the general public, the next day.
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