The new Dubai Photo Exhibition will present a global take on photography, for the first time, between 16 and 19 March, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai. It has been organised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award, which hopes to increase awareness of photography amongst the local Emirati population.
Held in the Dubai Design District, the three day exhibition will show museum quality photographers alongside lectures, workshops and a symposium led by the international curators. It aims to showcase the city as a cultural hub
Dubai Photo Exhibition will show work from 23 countries, selected by 18 curators, under the guidance of head curator, Zelda Cheatle, and it will be held in a purpose built ‘museum’.
His Excellency Ali Bin Thalith, Secretary General of HIPA commented: “Since launching in 2011, driven by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, HIPA has aimed to shine a light on artistic photography in the UAE. In March 2016, Dubai Photo Exhibition will bring this goal to life, transforming Dubai into an exceptional “visual museum” which will display artworks by some of the world’s most celebrated photographers, both contemporary and classic. In addition, the public programme running alongside the showcase will help Dubai Photo Exhibition make its mark on the international arts calendar and support Dubai’s vision of becoming a global centre of photography discourse.”
Mohammad Saeed Al Shehhi, COO of Dubai Design District, said: “We are extremely proud to be hosting the inaugural Dubai Photo Exhibition at d3, which cements Dubai’s position as an international leader for world photography whilst drawing attention to the growing pool of talent within the UAE. At d3, we’re committed to building a community dedicated to supporting creative talents from both the region and across the world and as such, honoured that Dubai Photo Exhibition will be taking place here.”
