ABU DHABI: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi announced that the 12th edition Abu Dhabi Art will take place from 19th to 26th November as a virtual fair. Galleries and artists from across the world in several curated gallery exhibitions and sectors will come together for an interactive digital edition of Abu Dhabi Art.
For the first time, 6 guest curators will work with galleries and artists to present work online, each with a different geographic focus. The 2020 digital fair will live-stream video interviews with artists, curators and gallerists, and host a public Performing Arts Programme along with several engaging projects for the public.
Saood Al Hosani, Acting Undersecretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said, “Abu Dhabi Art has always been a notable player in our Emirate’s growing cultural landscape. It has and continues to play a significant role in fulfilling Abu Dhabi’s ambition to become an artistically conscious city of global relevance. For the fair to take place at this time is more important than ever and a testament to our commitment to developing the art scene.” He also said that the Abu Dhabi Art is adapting to the new reality faced by the world and will play an instrumental role in supporting the culture sector by offering a platform of encounters for galleries, artists, curators, and collectors and by continuing to provide rich content and interactive experiences to the wider community.
Dyala Nusseibeh, Director of Abu Dhabi Art, informed that numerous leading curators to work with galleries and their artists across existing and new gallery sectors are invited for the fair, enabling diverse and compelling curatorial frameworks to emerge.
Source: wam.ae
