Qatar International Arts Festival 2024 Concludes Saturday with Awards Ceremony

Qatar International Arts Festival 2024

The sixth edition of the Qatar International Arts Festival 2024, organized by the Cultural Village Foundation Katara in collaboration with Maps International, the International Council of Museums, and the British Council, will conclude on Saturday with a special awards ceremony at Hall 12.

This prestigious event will honor the most distinguished artistic works showcased during the festival, which has become a global platform for artistic and cultural exchange.

This year's festival witnessed remarkable success, attracting thousands of art enthusiasts and showcasing the creativity of 350 artists from 73 countries.

Visitors engaged with a variety of events, including workshops, dialogue sessions, and vibrant musical and artistic performances, making this edition an exceptional celebration of creativity and innovation.

Qatari plastic artists highlighted the festivals significance in promoting their artistic vision and connecting them with a global audience.

Aida Al Mulla, a Qatari plastic artist, expressed her pride in participating with six paintings inspired by Qatari heritage.

Using oil and mixed materials, she highlighted how the festival opened new opportunities by introducing global artistic experiences and innovative creative works that enrich the local and international cultural scene.

Similarly, Maysaa Al Yafei presented two paintings that combined Qatari and Palestinian heritage.

She emphasized that her work aims to highlight the resilience of Gaza's people. She praised the festival for attracting artists from across the globe and positioning itself as a leading international platform that inspires and renews artistic and cultural expressions.

For Kholoud Al Sulaiman, participating in the festival for the second consecutive year was an opportunity to showcase her innovative techniques. She presented four paintings with philosophical themes exploring the human spirit and creativity, including works titled "Ocean Waves," "Currents of Thought," "Shores of Inspiration," and "Angel." First-time participant Sheikha Salem Al-Hamoud expressed her joy in contributing alongside prominent artists worldwide. She highlighted the festivals role in fostering artistic dialogue, exchanging expertise, and elevating Dohas position as a global hub for creativity and plastic arts. Her paintings reflected Arab, Persian, Turkish, and Andalusian influences, featuring intricate decorations, miniatures, and Arabic calligraphy, with some pieces incorporating pure gilding.

The six-day festival featured an exciting lineup of 14 events, including: art workshops and live drawing sessions; seminars and cultural dialogues; music and fashion shows inspired by the participating artworks; and a unique underwater painting display.

Sixteen artistic pavilions showcased works from countries including Qatar, Armenia, Argentina, China, France, Mexico, Russia, and the United States, among others.

As the festival draws to a close, it leaves behind a legacy of creativity, collaboration, and cultural exchange, solidifying its role as a premier international event for the visual arts.

(QNA)