Possess priceless artworks starting from just Dh367

Shaikh Hasher bin Maktoum takes a look at an art work displayed at world Art Dubai on wednesday. -Photos by Rahul Gajjar

Dubai - The event also includes an "Art Talks" programme presented by Digital Art Partner Microsoft.

By Staff Reporter

Published: Thu 7 Apr 2016, 12:00 AM

Last updated: Thu 7 Apr 2016, 7:49 PM

Dubai has opened its doors to affordable art again.
Featuring over 140 local and international galleries and artists, the second edition of World Art Dubai began on Wednesday at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
Shaikh Hasher bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director-General of Dubai's Department of Information officially opened the second edition of art show.
The event, which will be held until April 9, has a wide variety of artwork starting from $100 (Dh367), highlighting World Art Dubai's aim to provide art that is accessible to a wider community of people.
The event is a testament to the contemporary art sector, which is now valued at Dh21.7 billion, according to the TEFAF Art Market Report 2015. This sector is the largest of the global fine art market and represents 48 per cent of all fine art sales by value.
A number of established and emerging artists and galleries from around the world are making their debut at the event, while many prominent ones have returned for the second edition of the show. Among them are Andakaluva Gallery, Cross Borders Art Gallery, Jade Flower, Nina Torres Fine Art, Anna Dudchenko, Petra Kaltenbach, Gallery KAG, and Charles Fazzino.
Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice-President, Exhibitions & Events Management, DWTC, said: "Each year we are adding something new and unique to the Dubai art scene. Our aim with every edition is to position World Art Dubai as a truly affordable art fair that is open for all. We are happy to see such great demand."
The event also includes an "Art Talks" programme presented by Digital Art Partner Microsoft as well as a Surface Digital Art Wall featured inside the Red Dot Lounge on the show floor.
An Activity Wall set up by Canon, the Official Imaging Partner, give visitors the opportunity to be part of 'the bigger picture' by uploading their pictures on Instagram using the hashtag #mygraffitiart.
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