{"id":23244,"date":"2020-08-09T18:59:28","date_gmt":"2020-08-09T14:59:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uaebarq.ae\/en\/?p=23244"},"modified":"2020-08-09T18:59:30","modified_gmt":"2020-08-09T14:59:30","slug":"dubai-canvas-artworks-highlight-humanitys-love-for-travel-and-adventure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uaebarq.ae\/en\/2020\/08\/09\/dubai-canvas-artworks-highlight-humanitys-love-for-travel-and-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai Canvas artworks highlight humanity\u2019s love for travel and adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dubai Canvas, the month-long art festival organised by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, in partnership with Meraas, is exhibiting a series of unique artworks highlighting humanity\u2019s love for travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the world seeks to recover from the COVID-19 crisis, the 3D art festival, which runs until 31st August at City Walk, aims to reconnect audiences with the human spirit of adventure and imagination under the theme of \u2018Travelling Through Art\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shaima Al Suwaidi, Manager of City Branding, Brand Dubai, said, “Dubai Canvas 2020 features a unique group of contemporary artists with diverse styles and artistic approaches. Juandres Vera and Milan Katanic, two of the world\u2019s most well-known street artists, are exhibiting their works at this year\u2019s festival. They are joined by some of the UAE\u2019s most promising artists including Mahra Al Falahi, Saggaf Al Hashemi and Ahmed Al Mahri.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Aesthetically playful and experimental, the artworks on display at Dubai Canvas are delightfully interactive pieces that invite audiences to engage with them. The perspective-bending 3D murals encourage people to become part of the artwork and capture priceless Instagram-able moments,” she added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guinness World Record Holder Juandr\u00e9s Vera brings to this year\u2019s Dubai Canvas a blend of street art, with his trademark style of creating immersive aesthetics and realism. His work \u2018Come Fly with Me\u2019 shows a plane flying high above the Burj Al Arab with a piece of luggage in tow. “We might have created boundaries on the ground, but high above in the air, there’s plenty of room waiting for each one of us to fly,” says Vera about the theme of the artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another piece created by Vera titled \u2018A New Message in a Bottle\u2019 conveys a cautionary tale told by the sea. “The sea is the oldest and largest bridge that connects the creatures of the planet. If we don\u2019t work together it may come to an end sooner or later,” says the artist about the message behind the work. Vera\u2019s works, which evoke a childlike wonder, make audiences feel they can actually walk into the image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the UAE\u2019s leading artists 37-year old Saggaf Al Hashemi\u2019s piece titled \u2018Rocket Traveling Through Space\u2019 features an arresting 3D illusion in which a glowing rocket bursts out of the floor. With a series of artworks, Al Hashemi seeks to convey his pride at how the UAE has transformed its space dreams and ambitions into reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

23-year old Mahra Al Falahi, one of the UAE\u2019s most promising young artists, has created two murals at Dubai Canvas titled \u2018A Plane of Thoughts\u2019 and \u2018The Wonder Brush\u2019. Featuring a paper plane flying in the sky, \u2018A Plane of Thoughts\u2019 is awe-inspiring despite its simplicity. The painting reminds us of our capacity to fly to any place we can dream of through the wonderful gift of imagination. In a similar vein, the \u2018The Wonder Brush\u2019 talks about the unlimited possibilities that creativity can open up. “Close your eyes and let the wonder brush take you to the most wonderful places,” says Al Falahi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the 3D murals, visitors to Dubai Canvas have a chance to attend live pendulum painting performances led by Serbian artist Milan Katanic, better known by his pseudonym Kal3. The performances use a swinging pendulum instead of a paintbrush to create enthralling spectacles. Combining science and art, the Spirograph-inspired project offers a unique kinetic art experience for the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ahmed Al Mahri, one of the UAE\u2019s most accomplished calligraphic artists, has created contemporary calligraphic murals at Dubai Canvas. He also hosts an interactive live calligraphy show that gives the public deeper insights into the classic and timeless art form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Music and entertainment shows held from 4.00 pm to 9.00 pm on weekends feature mime performances as well as recitals of the acoustic harmonica and percussion instruments. \u2018Basita Band\u2019 is one of the musical groups performing at the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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