DUBAI: Art is cross-cultural and cross-border in form, function and meaning. Small wonder that since the coronavirus pandemic struck, fairs, exhibition spaces, concert halls, museums and performing arts centers across the world have been forced to close their doors and cancel events, threatening the livelihoods of artists and depriving societies of joys they once took for granted.
The art world in recent decades revolved around an international circuit of exhibitions, art fairs, biennials and performances. Artists, curators, collectors, gallerists and art lovers crisscrossed the globe to congregate at events as far apart as Dakar and Mexico City. That is, until world travel slowed and then ground to a halt in March 2020.
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Diriyah Gate Development signs deal with Misk Art Institute
RIYADH, January 7, 2021 Saudi-based Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) has signed an agreement with Misk Art Institute (MAI) to boost inter-company cooperation. The MoU aims to provide inter-company counsel on information related to the arts sector and the research and documentation of artwork; hold training courses for artists and art professionals; and establish internships in the arts and culture sectors. It also offers consultancy and advisory services on developing resources in the arts sector. This partnership comes in line with DGDA s grand plans to turn the historic Saudi city into one of the world’s foremost lifestyle destinations for culture and heritage, hospitality, retail and education, said the statement from the Authority.
RIYADH: Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) and Misk Art Institute (MAI) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to share expertise and promote cooperation across several areas. The move is part of Saudi Vision 2030 linked policies, aiming to create increased job opportunities and prospects for the local community and put the country on the world tourist map.
RIYADH: The Saudi Misk Art Institute has launched the first Misk Art Grant, an annual program that will provide technical and financial support to artists inside and outside the Kingdom. Works by the first five recipients are now on show at an exhibition that runs until the end of February.
The program also aims to empower young people to realize their artistic potential by giving them the chance to work with mentors and supervisors who will help participants to develop their creativity.
In this unusual year, the program adopted the theme of “Settling,” a reference to the sense of stability that can be provided by familiar places until it is time to move on.