Dubai invites artists to set up shop in city

Dubai invites artists to set up shop in city

With its commitment to providing a home away from home to artists from all over the world, it is no surprise that artist-in-residence programmes have emerged as a growing trend in the emirate

Published: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 1:53 PM Last updated: Fri 1 Jul 2022, 1:55 PM

Inviting artists from all over the world to set up shop in your space be it a gallery, hotel or an art institute is one of the best ways to not only support the artists' fraternity but also add a new dimension to the space. In a country committed to furthering the creative ambitions of one and all, it is no surprise that artist-in-residence programmes have emerged as a growing trend in Dubai. So, what's an artist-in-residence programme? It includes a huge spectrum of artistic sessions, involving a collaboration between artists and hosting organisations (museums, hotels, etc.) or communities. These are programs, which provide artists with space and resources to support their artistic practice.

The prime reason for the rise of art residencies

"The rise in residences can be attributed to the need in the artistic community for artists to have dedicated time and space away from their usual surroundings and obligations to create and innovate