Dana Awartani Will Represent Saudi Arabia at the 2026 Venice Biennale
Dana Awartani said: “I am deeply honored to be representing Saudi Arabia and its diverse cultural voices and communities at the Biennale Arte 2026.
Dana Awartani said: “I am deeply honored to be representing Saudi Arabia and its diverse cultural voices and communities at the Biennale Arte 2026.
Curated by Art Jameel’s Rotana Shaker, Curator at Hayy Jameel. The exhibition gathers works from the Art Jameel Collection, and includes new commissions.
The exhibition features artworks and archival materials including works from the Art Jameel Collection, new commissions and loans.
The triennial competition, founded in 2009 and worth £25,000, focuses this year on moving image and digital media, shortlisting seven finalists from over 300 applicants.
‘At the Edge of Land’ features works from the Art Jameel Collection together with loans and new commissions by international artists
Ramadan Nights at Hayy Jameel is a cultural destination, presenting workshops, talks, film screenings, Ramadan-specific pop-up eateries and shopping opportunities across 14 nights with more than 30 collaborators, free and open to all.
Titled ‘Union of Artists’, the sculpture embodies the collective spirit of these artists’ diverse backgrounds and perspectives and blends their creative ideas and artistic visions.
The Hayy Jameel Façade Commission is an annual programme that gives one artist the opportunity to develop a major public work for the 25-metre “canvas” on the front of the building — a feature integral to the architectural intent.
Curated by Art Jameel curator Lucas Morin, ‘At the Edge of Land’ brings together works from the Art Jameel Collection, in addition to loans and new commissions by international artists, many of whom are showing their work in Saudi Arabia for the first time.
Art Jameel and Dubai Culture launch UAE-wide grants programme for creative projects that address the climate crisis.
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