Sharjah Ladies Club Nurtures Promising Talent at World Art Dubai

The Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) will be taking part in the sixth edition of World Art Dubai, the headline event of the Dubai Official Art Season, which will take place from 8-10 October 2020 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event will host an impressive collection of more than 3,000 artworks from renowned galleries and solo artists from over 30 countries.

Having already participated in the past two editions of this largest affordable art retail event, the Club will support nine promising artists that were recognized by the Noon Art Award, organized by the Collage Talent Centre at the Sharjah Ladies Club, by showcasing their creative distinguished artwork. This falls in line with SLC’s commitment to shed light on creative young talent in the UAE.      

“The support provided by the Club to women’s artistic skills embodies the Collage Talent Center’s vision and mission, to empower gifted girls and women to unleash and hone their talents, and express themselves in a creative way, and to share their creative artwork with others by granting them the opportunity to take part in  this global platform that brings together top local, regional and international artists in one place,” commented Fatima Alnaqbi, Collage Assistant Manager at Sharjah Ladies Club.

Alnaqbi called upon the emerging artists to enhance their artistic capabilities and to make sure to take part in art exhibitions and forums, which will open up a whole new world of opportunities to promote and market their artwork.

Women artists taking part in World Art Dubai exhibition boast a unique experience in all areas of arts and culture. Artist Duha Alhallami seeks inspiration from the wide spectrum of life stories, whilst artist Sumaira Ashik celebrates Arabic calligraphy, due to its importance in conveying the spiritual messages of Islam. Artist Amna Albanna’s artwork is imbued with the spirit of realistic heritage, while Graphic Designer Nouf Aldurs will showcase abstract landscape paintings using the vibrant colors of nature. For her part, Artist Alya will use bright and bold pink colors to bring into life her artistic visions on the importance of hope and happiness, while Artist Nevine Meguid will shed light on her artistic experience using a blend of alcohol inks. Artist Amal Al Zaabi will delve into bright colors to bring about paintings that combine modern art and calligraphy, and Artist Israa Shagar  will celebrate in her art a majestic type of horses called "Al Adham".

World Art Dubai will also feature a wide variety of artworks by Sanaa Merchant, such as Geodes, petris, and resin homewares items, which will allow the public to learn about the different methods to enjoy this art.

A hub of creativity and learning at the Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC), the Collage Talent Center offers a wide variety of distinguished artistic and educational courses. The center aims at teaching children, teenagers, and adults’ new skills and nurture talents by providing a safe creative environment for all those with a passion for learning and artistic expression.