11 November | 2017
The conversation, hosted by Abu Dhabi Art at Manarat Al Saadiyat, brought together leading figures from the international and regional art worlds to discuss the evolving dynamics of artistic production, curation, and cultural exchange. Catherine David of the Pompidou Center, collector Philippe Dutilleul Francoeur, Ahmed Mater of the Misk Art Institute, and Emirati artist Zeinab Al Hashemi and others engaged in a dialogue moderated by Mannan Ibrahim, exploring how institutions, collectors, and artists collaboratively shape narratives in contemporary art. The discussion highlighted the growing role of the Gulf in the global art scene, emphasizing the importance of cross-cultural collaboration, local identity, and visionary leadership in fostering a vibrant and inclusive creative landscape.
Location: Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi
Host: Abu Dhabi Art
Participants:
Catherine David, Director, Pompidou Center Museum, Paris
Philippe Dutilleul Francoeur, Collector, Paris
Ahmed Mater, Director of Misk Art Institute, Riyadh
Zeinab Al Hashemi, Artist
Moderated by:
Mannan Ibrahim, Director, Abu Dhabi Art