AI-driven Studio Ghibli, action figure images as part of viral trends raise alarms among UAE experts, warning that creatives’ rights and copyright protections are being compromised in the rush for innovation
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Art Dubai is ‘more than just a fair’, will boost economy AED143mn, says director
The event begins and is set to run until March 3rd but what is its purpose and how does it contribute to the country? Executive Director, Benedetta Ghione reveals the details
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Revealed: Dubai’s global fame to zoom further with roll-out of series of city-wide public art project, landmark installations
The soon-to-be-unveiled large-scale public art projects are also to act as door openers for new business opportunities, further boost tourist arrivals, besides adding more value to the real estate in the emirate
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Dubai mega festival announces first artist lineup: UNTOLD 2024
The festival is set to be held at the iconic location of EXPO City Dubai
Abu Dhabi
Artists fear uncertain future of art as AI starts generating images
Art experts are torn over what the future of the industry might look like, with the advent of Generative AI holding unprecedented potential to alter the industry forever.
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Black Eyed Peas set to take the stage in Qatar
The Grammy award winning group will perform at the Doha Gold Club in November
Amakin
Saudi Arabia’s Ithra to host 28 artists for the 9th edition of 21,39’s Amakin exhibition
The exhibition will run till September 30
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UAE looks to protect rights of authors, artists, musicians, and creators under a new system
A first-of-its-kind MoU between the Ministry of Economy and the IFPI non-profit will take the UAE’s ‘intellectual property system to a new level’, an official said
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How digital powerhouse Wacom is helping designers and artists push the boundaries of success
Highly specialised input devices that go beyond average tablets and displays – connected to a laptop or computer – allow artists to draw images and graphics in a breeze
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Digital innovation will shape resilient creative industries
Governments need to work closely with other decision-makers and evaluate the success of cultural policy by engagement and opportunities, rather than economic indicators
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Re-thinking the art industry, post-coronavirus
Art rental model has surged in popularity as we move out of the worst of the pandemic
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Crypto, NFT artwork industry in Dubai receives “protection”, adoption boost with new virtual assets law: expert
Dubai’s new Virtual Asset Regulation Authority (VARA) will create an advanced legal framework to protect investors and design international standards to govern crypto, NFTs, and virtual assets
Art in Space
Art in Space: four-day event in Dubai to provide a uniquely synesthetic experience
Leveraging a unique technology, Lorenzo Rosettani, CEO, Art in Space and Céline Justin, Hcomm editor, both reveal how this multisensory digital art gallery is also bridging the gap between the digital and physical world
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Indie music sees renaissance in UAE
Music discovery platforms and social media apps, now make the process of building an audience for independent artists infinitely easier than ever before
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Saudi Arabia to launch annual festival of light and art this March
Noor Riyadh marks the first event by Riyadh Art project and includes 60 artists
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What will arts and culture look like in a post-pandemic world?
A hugely challenging year has led to some surprising innovations but will they be enough for the industry to survive?
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Video: The ancient art of painting on water
Garip Ay’s paintings come to life in the most extraordinary way. The Turkish artist uses an ancient technique called ebru, or marbling.
