Art and culture Muscat Art 2024
Muscat Art was a huge collection of artwork with 1500 pieces of art exhibited, varying from paintings to sculptures.
The event annually unites local and international artists. An interesting aspect of the event is the visitors get to see works of Omani artists from across the country.
The third edition of Muscat Art 2024, organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth, in partnership with the Oman Convention & Exhibition Center was inaugurated on Monday and will continued until 31st October.
The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Center.
The 2024 edition included more than 250 artists from 10 countries, including Hungary, Iran, Yemen, Palestine, Lebanon, India, the United Kingdom, Sudan, Germany, and others. According to the organizers, to give focus on Omani artists, a dedicated space within the exhibition was allocated annd it included emerging talents like Hamid Al Aufi and renowned artists such as Youssef Al Nuhwi. This year also saw participation of art curators to select the showcased works, including artists Alia Al Farsi and Hassan Meer, who have helped organize the event by reaching out to local and international talents to ensure broad participation.
His Excellency Said bin Sultan Al Busaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth for Culture, stated, “This event is one of the important artistic programs that the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth is keen to include in the cultural calendar of Oman. Artists from various countries gather in Muscat to celebrate art and provide an exceptional experience throughout the event. It reflects the cultural strategic objectives for 2040, whether in terms of cultural content or cultural partnerships. We are proud to collaborate with the Oman Convention and Exhibition Center in organizing this event to enhance cultural awareness and highlight the importance of fine arts through workshops and community activities. We hope this event continues to flourish as a platform to explore and showcase all forms of creativity.”
This year marks the launch of the Muscat Art Walls project, inviting local artists and photographers to showcase their work at the OCEC on the long-term. The initiative aims to amplify local talent and promote it to international audiences, aligning with broader efforts to support the local art community. Artists are encouraged to register, with selected works entering the OCEC’s permanent art collection.