Sadaf Aamir has created a unique mosaic design for the 25hours Hotel in Dubai by reimagining broken ceramics from mugs, plates and bottles. The artwork reflects the hotel's sustainability philosophy and showcases the diversity of Dubai's culture. It was commissioned by Artezaar.com Art Gallery, which was founded by Leena V. Kewlani.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/culture/2024/12/23/pieces-of-broken-chinaware-renew-attractively-as-mosaic-artThe Sharjah Museums Authority's "Lamma" winter event is a five-day celebration from December 25-29, 2024, at the Sharjah Archaeology Museum. The event offers a range of activities including pottery restoration, storytelling sessions, and hands-on workshops on Islamic civilization, art, science, and maritime trade. Participating museums include the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Sharjah Art Museum, Sharjah Aquarium, Sharjah Maritime Museum, Sharjah Science Museum, Al Mahatta Museum, Hisn Khorfakkan, Bait Sheikh Saeed Bin Hamad Al Qasimi, and the Sharjah Heritage Museum. The event also features live music, storytelling corners, an outdoor cinema, interactive games, food trucks, and special appearances by SMA's mascots, Alia and Hamdan.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/lifestyle/2024/12/23/sharjah-museums-announces-return-of-lamma-family-eventSheikha Latifa Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, attended the closing ceremony of the inaugural Dubai Sculpture Symposium in the Al Shindagha Historic District. The event aimed to promote sculpture as a key component of Dubai's visual identity and cultural landscape. Sheikha Latifa highlighted Dubai's status as an incubator for creativity and a hub for global talent under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai. The symposium provided a platform for artists from diverse backgrounds to connect and share their experiences with local talent, ultimately contributing to the emirate's creative economy.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/culture/2024/12/23/sheikha-latifa-attends-closing-ceremony-of-inaugural-dubai-sculpture-symposiumThe Fashion Source China Clothing Supply Chain Summit and the Shenzhen Original Design Fashion Week were major events that took place in the fashion industry. The summit, themed "BOUNDARYLESS", featured a two-pronged platform with a main conference and an innovative "MulFUN Fab" sub-forum, where over 50 industry leaders held more than 30 forums on topics such as knitting innovations, sustainable fashion, new technologies, and traditional craftsmanship. The event provided insights into the latest trends in the industry. The Shenzhen Original Design Fashion Week celebrated its 10th anniversary with the theme "Special 'Ten' Moments", featuring almost 30 fashion shows and over 150 designer brands that showcased the vibrant spirit of emerging designers from the Greater Bay Area. The exhibition offered a double celebration of style and commerce, with a lively atmosphere and sold-out runway shows. The presented collections were culturally, emotionally, and artistically diverse, highlighting the creativity and originality of the designs. A highlight was the "A Tribute to 100 Years of Fashion - Fashion Illustration and Installation Art Joint Exhibition" featuring over 100 illustrations by Yuan Chunran and an installation by artist Li Dashuai. For the first time, a "Cloud Runway" live-streaming platform enabled direct product sales, bridging the gap between fashion shows and trade. Zhang Xiangquan, General Manager of GL Events-Pengcheng Exhibition, stated: "This event marked a milestone in terms of resource integration, market expansion, and innovation."
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/modetrends-in-voller-blute--die-29-fashion-source-shenzhen-und-die-ss25-shenzhen-original-design-fashion-week-finden-einen-glanzvollen-abschluss-302338149.htmlIsraeli photographer Yonatan Barak has captured the essence of Old City Jerusalem through a series of photographs, showcasing the city's resilience and beauty despite its challenges. To achieve this, Barak focused on one small area for extended periods, developing a deep intimacy with the location. He began his photography career in 2014 when he was gifted a Leica M240 camera and a 50mm Summicron lens by his grandmother, which he has since used as his primary tool. The resulting book, "Old City Jerusalem", is now available for purchase and features Barak's work on his website and Instagram.
https://petapixel.com/2024/12/21/photographer-spends-10-years-capturing-the-essence-of-jerusalem-ofir-barak-religion/The Fashion Source China Clothing Supply Chain Summit, held in Shenzhen, marked its 10th anniversary with the theme "Special 'Ten' Moments". The event featured over 30 fashion shows and more than 150 designer brands, showcasing the vibrant spirit of emerging designers from the Greater Bay Area. The exhibition offered a visual and commercial feast to fashion enthusiasts and buyers, with an energetic atmosphere and sold-out runway shows. The collections presented transcended culture, emotion, and art, highlighting creativity and originality in the designs. A notable highlight was "Un hommage à 100 ans de mode", a joint exhibition of fashion illustrations by Yuan Chunran and an installation by artist Li Dashuai. Additionally, a "Cloud Runway" allowed for live streaming and direct sales of products, bridging the gap between fashion shows and commerce.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/les-tendances-de-la-mode-en-pleine-lumiere--la-29e-edition-de-fashion-source-shenzhen-et-la-ss25-shenzhen-original-design-fashion-week-sachevent-en-beaute-302338146.htmlA group of building owners, architects and heritage lovers in Mumbai are working to conserve the city's Art Deco character, which was recognized by UNESCO as a unique style known as "Indo-Deco" in 2018. The effort requires constant vigilance due to the city's rapid development, with many apartment buildings being redeveloped into modern structures that could erase the city's history and character. The Art Deco style emerged in France before World War I and was later adopted by Indian architects who were inspired by European designs after visiting Europe in the 1920s and 1930s. The style is characterized by geometric patterns, streamlined structures, and a blend of different cultural influences. Organizations such as Art Deco Mumbai are working to document and conserve the city's Art Deco buildings, but face challenges including stringent rent control laws and a lack of awareness among residents about the importance of preserving their heritage.
https://www.khaleejtimes.com/world/asia/indias-architecture-fans-guard-mumbais-art-deco-pastLaretna T. Adishakti, Chairperson of the Indonesian Batik Lovers Association (PPBI), highlighted the significance of a batik exhibition at Yogyakarta train stations in Indonesia. The event aims to showcase that batik is not just a textile art form but also represents history, economy, nature, and culture. By displaying batik at train stations such as Yogyakarta and Lempuyangan, it demonstrates how trains help preserve and promote cultural heritage by connecting the region with other areas and strengthening national identity.
https://en.tempo.co/read/1955787/batik-exhibition-at-yogyakarta-station-until-december-31-2024Artist Judy Chicago's presentation at Sharjah Biennial 16 explores the theme of art as a means to convene communities and shed light on hidden realities in today's world. Her work "In Mourning and In Rage" (1977) critiques media sensationalism and public services' handling of violence against women, while also highlighting themes of civic participation and resistance. Chicago's subsequent project, "The Crystal Quilt" (1985-1987), involved 430 women over 60 in Minnesota seated on a quilt-like rug, underscoring her focus on intimate and mass communications as channels for collective expression and solidarity.
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