UAE artists to showcase ‘a touch of heritage’ in National Day art exhibition

Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority, TCA Abu Dhabi, has assembled works from a selection of established and emerging artists and designers in a group art exhibition under the title, ‘A Touch of Heritage’, part of the nationwide activities for the UAE’s 44th National Day. The exhibition of Emirati and UAE resident talent, highlighting artworks that emphasise the environment’s richness and diversity, is being organised as part of the 44th UAE National Day celebrations, and is set to open on 25th November at 3 p.m. at the National Theatre in Abu Dhabi. Artists were invited to submit photographs, traditional and digital paintings, drawings and other works of art inspired by the UAE, showcasing at least two of their works at the exhibition. "This exhibition will focus on a various aspects of the nation that are integral to the lives of the people, highlighted through the art forms on display," said Sumayya Al Suwaidi, Community Events Manager at the Culture Sector of TCA Abu Dhabi. "It also aims to underline the evolution and growth achieved by Emirati artists and promotes and honours talented emerging artists," added Al Suwaidi. "The exhibition brings together different schools of art underlining the linkages between artistic creativity and UAE heritage. The multifaceted works of art take inspiration and raw materials from the natural environment to present an exhibition that celebrates the country’s cultural ethos." The emirate’s flourishing art sector will be reflected in the exhibition that will feature several contemporary works ranging from paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures, and manuscripts as well as synthetic and printing works. In a pioneering step to support and encourage Emirati and UAE resident artists, the exhibition will also be a rare opportunity for the community and generations of artists to meet, interact and learn about the country’s achievements in the arts scene. The free-to-enter exhibition is open daily at the National Theatre from November 25th to January 2nd 2016. – Emirates News Agency, WAM - http://www.wam.ae/en/news/emirates-national-day/1395288214871.html