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    Overview

    The Al Qasimi Foundation is invested in the artistic and cultural development of Ras Al Khaimah and the United Arab Emirates. The Foundation cultivates grassroots artistic collaborations and expression by convening Ras Al Khaimah’s creative community through the annual Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival. The Foundation also provides funding to support local and emerging talent through our Artist-in-Residence Program and Film Grant opportunities. When people come together to engage in art and culture, they foster mutual respect and understanding that builds relationships to strengthen and enrich the Ras Al Khaimah and UAE communities.
     

    Ras Al Khaimah Art

    Founded in 2013, the Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival grew from a small event consisting 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.

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    Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival

    Studio and Gallery

    About the Gallery
    Public Art Workshops
    Exhibitions
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    The Al Qasimi Foundation’s Studio & Gallery serves as a collaborative hub of innovation and creativity in Ras Al Khaimah. Through exhibitions, artist residencies, community workshops, and events, it provides a platform for engaging local artists and community members in creative dialogue and exchange. The Studio & Gallery aims to highlight the integral role arts play in personal and community growth and helps to support the artistic community in Ras Al Khaimah and the United Arab Emirates through a wide range of cultural and educational programming.

    To view our current and upcoming exhibitions, workshops, and events, visit our :

    Events Calendar Events Calendar
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    To build on the programming associated with the annual Festival, the Studio & Gallery hosts year-round art workshops and educational programming. Most workshops are free and open to the public.

    Artists interested in hosting a creative workshop as part of the annual Festival or Studio & Gallery calendar of events must complete the Workshop Application Form and submit the following supporting documents to events@alqasimifoundation.rak.ae.

    • Lead presenter's artistic CV
    • Detailed description of each workshop idea (max. 3 pages)
    • Images to support workshop ideas, including samples of what participants would create
    By submitting the Form, the applicants agree to comply with the Studio & Gallery Space Usage Terms and Conditions.
    Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis unless otherwise specified.
    Exhibition
    The Studio & Gallery offers complimentary year-round exhibition space for local and international artists and art collectors. Solo and group exhibitions may last 7-14 days plus additional time for set-up and take down. Painters, sculptors, mosaic artists, photographers, and other visual artists are invited to submit proposals for holding an exhibition in the space. The Studio & Gallery is also open to art collectors interested in sharing their collections with the community.
     
    Interested artists and collectors must complete the Exhibition Application Form and submit the following supporting documents to events@alqasimifoundation.rak.ae:
    • Artistic CV or Collection Overview
    • Number, titles, and dimensions of artworks intended for exhibition
    • Images of artworks intended for exhibition as .doc or .pdf files
    By submitting the Form, the applicants agree to comply with the Studio & Gallery Space Usage Terms and Conditions.
     
    Complete exhibition applications are reviewed on a rolling basis unless otherwise specified.
    Studio & Gallery operating hours during exhibitions*:
    • Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm

    *Adjustments to the standard exhibition hours may be made based on mutual agreement.

    Artist Residencies

    Artist Residencies

    The Artist Residency Grants invite both local and international artists to create new work and engage with the Ras Al Khaimah community. Inspired by the Emirates, these artists produce captivating works and share their talents through workshops. Open to all creative practices, the program offers six-month residencies that culminate in an exhibition and a collaborative public art installation.

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    Film Grants

    The Film Grants provide initial funding of up to 35,000 AED to support the production of short films exploring themes relevant to Ras Al Khaimah, particularly Al Jazeera Al Hamra, and the United Arab Emirates. Priority is given to documentaries, but narrative films are also considered. Up to two grants are awarded annually through a competitive selection process. Films produced through this program are showcased at the Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival the following year.

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    Film Grant