Charley Uzzell-Edwards and Ben Eine\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n Not one but two exceptional and highly anticipated artists, both representing Fortune Favours Art. Charley Uzzell-Edwards, who goes by the moniker \u2018Pure Evil\u2019, is set to bring a limited number of original canvasses to the show \u2013 one of which has been produced as an UAE exclusive. He will also be hand finishing a limited number of pieces on the Fortune Favours Art stand.<\/p>\n Also attending with Fortune Favours Art will be Ben Eine, who will be presenting a limited number of stencilled pieces on high-end cotton paper which have been again designed exclusively for the UAE and will be unveiled for the very first time on World Art Dubai\u2019s opening day. Both artists will be participating in a public Q&A to answer any burning questions visitors may have.<\/p>\n Nikhil Kapur<\/em><\/p>\n Indian graffiti artist Nikhil Kapur, co-founder of Hoozinc Art & Design Studio, takes his inspiration from infamous street artist Banksy. Nikhil\u2019s work now adorns houses, restaurants and offices and will be on display at World Art Dubai.<\/p>\n Spontaneous Abstract Draws on Past<\/strong><\/p>\n Shefali Ranthe<\/em><\/p>\n Award-winning artist Shefali Ranthe is returning to Dubai, a destination she called home for 10 years. Now residing in Copenhagen, where she grew up after arriving from Bangladesh as an infant. The renowned international artist has a vivid and colourful style that is defined by a unique expression of semi-abstract, na\u00efve, childish, innocent and spontaneous compositions of human and animal creatures.<\/p>\n Commenting on her work, Shefali said: \u201cDue to a traumatic childhood following the loss of my mother, looking for the happy family life means everything to me and for me art is about creating happiness, surprise and thoughts; Art makes me feel alive, and I seek to share an experience of harmony and long-lasting joy with the surroundings\u201d.<\/p>\n During her time in Dubai, Shefali ran her own art school and taught art at Mawaheb from Beautiful People<\/em> in Al Fahidi Historical District. She has since exhibited and curated artwork across a number of international galleries and exhibitions.<\/p>\n Rabab Tantawy <\/em><\/p>\n The work of Egyptian self-taught artist Rabab Tantawy, a Dubai resident, is inspired by Egyptian and African heritage. Her paintings represent close-knit families standing together despite the trials and tribulations of their everyday struggles to stay as one. Using a variety of mixed media, she depicts the happier times in her pieces.<\/p>\n \u201cMost of my work is free flowing, as I don\u2019t do well with rules. So I created a style that suits me, it works with who I am and my personality,\u201d she noted.<\/p>\n Anwar Behbehani<\/em><\/p>\n One of the coolest female artists in Kuwait, mural master Anwar Behbehani admits her art is based on personal angst. Anwar, whose first ambition was to be a fashion designer, is leveraging a World Art Dubai debut to launch a new range of jackets adorned with paintings on the back. \u201cIt\u2019s going to be really cool to meet up with artists from different areas in the world. The fair has a lot of legitimate talent and artists,\u201d said Anwar.<\/p>\n Photography Fuels Creativity<\/strong><\/p>\n Yana Rusnak<\/em><\/p>\n Ukrainian contemporary artist Yana Rusnak combines abstract painting with figurative art and photography. With works in private collections and commercial buildings in Miami, New York, Cairo, Beirut, Moscow, Riyadh, Kiev, London and Geneva, Yana\u2019s World Art Dubai debut will feature a slew of new paintings and installations that demonstrate her multi-media technique. Yana\u2019s Body Through Gold<\/em> series features textiles, paper, vinyl, interlining, primer, glue, varnish and acrylic.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Emirati Artists Shine Bright<\/strong><\/p>\n Hend Rashid<\/em><\/p>\n Emirati artist Hend Rashid\u2019s World Art Dubai presence will focus on blind contour drawing, still life, landscape and abstract painting. Hend embodies her soul on the canvas, aiming to show her daily life story through her artwork. Drawing from the age of five, Hend would offer her services at events throughout her school life, aiding her artistic skills. Using an array of different colours, Hend ingeniously creates mixed media canvases.<\/p>\n Dr. Muna Balfaqeeh<\/em><\/p>\n A linguist, artist and photographer, Muna started her artistic journey more than 15 years ago and boasts a special interest in capturing Emirati heritage and culture through art and photography. Her passion for art has seen Muna create a hub and space for other artists, with her mission to connect like-minded creatives to educate, mentor and promote all forms of art.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Lubna Al Mualla <\/em><\/p>\n Lubna is a World Art Dubai newcomer. She is exhibiting canvas-printed photography based on an Eastern style with some western nuances. Lubna is looking forward to \u201cconnecting with many nationalities and exchanging different cultural knowledge\u201d at World Art Dubai.<\/p>\n Maryam Mansoor Abbassi<\/em><\/p>\n Maryam\u2019s abstract work of bright colours and patterned collages focuses on Dubai\u2019s heritage: \u201cI\u2019ve been mesmerised by the old buildings in Dubai and inspired by the city\u2019s heritage,\u201d said Maryam.<\/p>\n Running from April 3-6, World Art Dubai has a line-up of more than 3,000 pieces ranging from $100 onwards. The fair will be highly-interactive with live painting sessions, expert talks and hands-on creative learning workshops with the region\u2019s most recognised artists.<\/p>\n World Art Dubai 2019 is open from 2-9pm Wednesday 3 April and 1-9pm Thursday 4 April \u2013 Saturday 6 April. Day tickets are available online ahead of the show\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for just AED 20. Kids aged 10-18 are AED 10, while entry is free for those under 10. Onsite tickets are priced at AED 25.<\/p>\n
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