The Arts of the Emirates: A Presentation on the UAE Visual Arts Sector

The Arab Gulf States Institute, in cooperation with the Middle East Institute, co-hosted a talk about the growing visual arts sector in the United Arab Emirates featuring H.E. Hoda Al Khamis Kanoo, founder of the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF), a leading non-profit organization that nurtures the arts and culture of the Emirates through education, professional development, and community programs. Ms. Kanoo was joined by Mr. Mohamed Abdul Latif Kanoo, artist and advisor to ADMAF, and Ms. Lisa Ball-Lechgar, advisor to the founder.

Panelists:

H.E. Hoda I. Al Khamis-Kanoo , Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation

Mohamed Abdul Latif Kanoo, Ghaf Art Gallery

Lisa Ball-Lechgar, Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation

Kate Seelye, Senior Vice President, Middle East Institute (Moderator)

Amb. Marcelle M. Wahba, President, Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington (Welcome Remarks)