(MENAFN- The Peninsula)
Doha: The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) has announced the participating artists for Ektashif 2, an annual initiative that will see eight Qataris join MIA staff on a seven-day trip to Istanbul, Turkey. The trip is hosted in collaboration with 'Doha Capital of Culture in the Islamic World for 2021' and the Ministry of Culture and Sports.
Participating artists for this year's educational trip include Muna Al Bader, Mashael Hejazi, Naima Al Hail, Ali Al Kuwari, Zainab Al Shibani, Salha Al Subaie, Ahmed Al Ali, and Nouf Al Muraikhi. A committee comprising established artists across many disciplines and sectors selected this year's participating artists.
The committee comprised Ismael Azzam, an artist and adviser for public art at Qatar Museums; Noura Al Ma'adadi, an artist and Director of Art Programs at the Museum of Islamic Art; Huda Al Yafei, an artist and Director of the Visual Arts Center representing the Ministry of Culture and Sports; Hanadi Al Darwish, consultant artist at the Ministry of Culture and Sports; and Abeer Al Kuwari, an artist and photographer.
Salem Abdulla Al Aswad, Deputy Director of MIA and Director of Learning and Outreach, said,“We are proud of this strategic partnership between the Museum of Islamic Art and the Ministry of Culture and Sports. Ektashif 2 is part of a wide range of cultural and artistic programmes hosted as part of the Doha Capital of Culture in the Islamic World 2021. We extend thanks to the organising committee, and we look forward to a continued and fruitful partnership.”
Hamad Al Athba, General Coordinator of the activities of 'Doha, Capital of Culture in the Islamic World 2021', congratulated the artists for being selected for the trip to Turkey. Commenting on the strong ties with Qatar Museums, he said:“The partnership with Qatar Museums supports artistic talent and potential. It also provides a great opportunity for artistic self-expression while exploring the beauty of Islamic art, rich heritage, archaeological sites, and architecture.”
Qatari citizens who had never participated in Ektashif and are practicing artists were invited to apply for the trip. The selection process sought to discover Qatari artists who have not yet gained recognition. Moreover, a mix of established and emerging artists was selected to exchange ideas and experiences.
Ektashif 2 aims to introduce Qatari artists to new Islamic art through dedicated workshops and touring sites in Istanbul. Over seven days, artists will have the opportunity to visit both sides of Istanbul separated by the Bosphorus strait and explore the architectural details of historical monuments.
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