About Us

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about-us

Founded in 2013, we've grown from a small festival of 30 emerging Ras Al Khaimah-based artists to become the emirate's cultural event of the year. This year, the Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival is reborn as Ras Al Khaimah Art. Beyond the Festival, Ras Al Khaimah Art is a beacon of creativity, nurturing year-round programs that ignite dialogue. We exist as a hub that empowers emerging creatives and the community through grants, masterclasses, and workshops to cultivate their crafts and talents. Join us on this captivating journey as we redefine the creative scene of our emirate and beyond.

Our Team

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Past Festivals

  • 2022
  • 150+ Artists
  • 49 Nationalities
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  • 2021
  • 111 Artists
  • 49 Nationalities
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  • 2020
  • 110 Artists
  • 33 Nationalities
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  • 2019
  • 74 Artists
  • 31 Nationalities
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  • 2018
  • 84 Artists
  • 30 Nationalities
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  • 2017
  • 64 Artists
  • 31 Nationalities
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  • 2016
  • 73 Artists
  • 31 Nationalities
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  • 2015
  • 65 Artists
  • 24 Nationalities
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  • 2014
  • 41 Artists
  • 16 Nationalities
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  • 2013
  • 26 Artists
  • 12 Nationalities
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  • 2021
  • 11 Artists
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  • 2021
  • 11 Artists
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Suqrat bin Bisher
Festival Director
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Gretchen Flores
Festival Manager
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Aaesha Al Ahmed
Media and Communications
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Shahed Al Marabta
Partnerships
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Baraah Sahyoun
Graphic Designer
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Belal Fehmi
Digital
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Luis Carlos Soto
Social Media
Isa Bujang
Isa Bujang
Events
Pushkar Datta
Pushkar Datta
Visual Content
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Luna Perio
Artists Coordinator

Festival Objectives

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An Enriching and Immersive Experience:

Education is an essential component of our Festival. The Festival seeks to nurture the community's love for art and provide a unique experiential journey through cutting-edge discussions, masterclasses, heritage conservation, and culture.

02

A Synthesis of Heritage, Culture, & The Arts

Catalyzes revitalization of the Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village, UAE's last remaining intact Emirati pearling village, by hosting exhibitions and thought-provoking programs throughout the winter season.

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Positioning Ras Al Khaimah

Cultivate Ras Al Khaimah's status as a center for social and human innovation and creativity in adding dimensions to quality of life and enriching the experience of living in Ras Al Khaimah.

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Democratization of Art

Inclusivity is a crucial mission in our Festival. Art is for Everyone, and we strive to embody this in all aspects of our exhibition and programming.