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In line with her continued support of creative programs that help foster artistic and cultural ties between the UAE and the global community, today Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Women Establishment, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Presidential Affairs, UAE; launched the third edition of The Sheikha Manal Art Exchange Program.
First launched in 2008, The Sheikha Manal Art Exchange Program (AEP) is one of several art initiatives that reinforces’ the vision of HH Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to enhance and develop the talents of UAE women by providing Emirati female artists the opportunity to experience art at an international level, while also fostering a culture of understanding and awareness about the Middle Eastern art and culture scene.
On the occasion, Her Highness Sheikha Manal bin Mohammed said, "Alongside the rapid economic progress of our nation, it is imperative to continuously fortify our efforts to cultivate the creativity and arts culture in the UAE. This Exchange Program was founded in the belief that the Arts have the incredible power to act as a bridge between civilizations and serve as a peaceful platform for dialogue and exchange of ideals between individuals from different parts of the world. Our aim through this initiative is to not only allow talented young Emirati women the opportunity to experience artistic expressions of a very high calibre; but also underscore the role of UAE women in art and open new vistas for local emerging talents through strategic partnerships with globally renowned art and academic institutions."
This year, the Art Exchange Program will head to Art Basel Hong Kong for an eye opening experience of multicultural and international art.
The first edition of AEP was in 2008, where in 14 female students from UAE universities pursuing visual arts, design and multimedia, selected via a stringent qualification process, were able to experience contemporary art of international caliber at Art Basel. Upon their return to the UAE, the participants created a tangible work of art inspired by their collective experience from this educational trip in an exhibition entitled “The Collective Experience”. The exhibition was also showcased at Art Basel Miami in 2009 in the Art Guest Lounge.
In 2009, another batch 14 female Emirati students were given the opportunity to experience the renowned Frieze Art Fair London including study tours with the most prestigious art institute’s in the United Kingdom such us Tate Modern Museum, Serpentine Gallery and University of Arts as well as visits to various artist studios and private collections.
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