Now in its fourth year, EIAS is a prestigious event within the DSF calendar, and has, in previous years, showcased renowned artists and sculptors from around the world.
"The Emaar International Art Symposium defines Dubai's creative spirit and is truly a global showcase of talent," said Mr Ahmad Al Matrooshi, UAE Managing Director, Emaar Properties. "Every year, the standard of the artists is inspirational, winning the appreciation and respect of art lovers, and general observers, in the region."
Carefully chosen artists from an international reach will start arriving in Dubai from February 5. The sculpting competition, to be held next to Jumeirah Beach Park in Jumeirah 2, will run from February 6 to 26, and the painting competition will be held at the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club at Arabian Ranches from February 12 to 26.
A five-member jury will evaluate the works and three prize winners will be selected from each category. They will be awarded at the closing gala dinner ceremony to be held on February 28 at the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club.
Initiated in 2004, the Emaar International Art Symposium reiterates Emaar's commitment to corporate social responsibility of generating meaningful contributions to Dubai's society. The event is specifically aimed at strengthening creative and artistic trends and culture in Dubai. EIAS also underscores the company's vision in shaping the lives and landscapes of Dubai, by focusing on innovation, creative planning and following best practice initiatives.
Ms Laila Suhail, Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Shopping Festival, said: "The Dubai Shopping Festival, now in its 13th edition, offers a refreshing retail and entertainment experience for visitors and residents. The Emaar International Art Symposium provides a fresh perspective to fine arts and adds to the extensive repertoire of events lined-up for this year. The event is a true celebration of the patronage extended by Dubai to arts and culture."
"Emirates Airline is very proud to be involved in bringing artists of this calibre to Dubai," said Boutros Boutros, Senior Vice President Media Relations, Sponsorships & Events for Emirates, the official airline of the Emaar International Art Symposium. "Internationally recognised brands like Emirates and Emaar have helped put Dubai at the forefront of global consciousness by being innovators in their fields. Today, to the delight of its residents, Dubai is a city that talented artists and sportspeople clamour to visit."
Emaar, a global provider of premier lifestyles and pioneer of innovative community-living concepts, is the prime mover of the Emirate's real estate and construction sector. "Emaar International Art Symposium is one of the city's most significant celebrations of art and it is our privilege as a community provider to be associated with bringing creative talent to the city," added Mr Al Matrooshi.
Public open days to view the artists on-site are February 20 for the sculptors, and February 21 for the painters.
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Emaar International Art Symposium (EIAS), the fine arts event organised by Emaar Properties as part of its support of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), lends a distinctive artistic flourish to the festivities, as artists from around the world bring a new perspective of creativity to the city from February 6 to 28, 2008.
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Emaar Properties PJSC is one of the world's largest real estate companies and is rapidly evolving to become a global provider of premier lifestyles. Powered by its Vision 2010 to become one of the most valuable companies in the world, Emaar is charting a new course of growth with a two-pronged strategy of geographical expansion and business segmentation.
Emaar has highlighted its remarkable global growth by debuting on the Financial Times Global 500 ranking, which provides an annual snapshot of the world's largest companies. Emaar has been assigned A- and A3 ratings with stable outlook by Standard & Poor's and Moody's Investor Services, respectively.
Replicating its successful business model in Dubai, Emaar is extending its expertise in creating master-planned communities to international markets. Emaar is also developing new competencies in malls, hospitality & leisure, education, healthcare and financial services, which have evolved from its integrated approach to customer service and property development.
Listed on the Dubai Financial Market, part of the Dow Jones Arabia Titans Index and certified to ISO9001:2000 for quality standards, Emaar is developing Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building and free-standing structure, and The Dubai Mall, one of the world's largest shopping and entertainment destinations. In Saudi Arabia, Emaar is developing the US$26.6 billion King Abdullah Economic City, the region's largest private sector-led project. Emaar's portfolio currently covers the following countries: the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Morocco, Egypt, Turkey, Libya, Algeria, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, the US, the UK, France and Canada.
An award-winning developer, Emaar has strengthened its product sale competencies, market reach and best practices through strategic acquisitions and joint ventures. Emaar acquired John Laing Homes, America's second largest privately held home builder; Hamptons International, UK's premier realtor; and formed a joint venture with US-based Turner International to strengthen execution capabilities.
Emaar has joined hands with Giorgio Armani and Accor Hotels to strengthen its presence in hospitality, and will launch ten luxury Armani Hotels & Resorts world-wide and 100 Formule 1 budget hotels in India. The company is opening educational institutions and healthcare centres in South Asia, Middle East and North Africa and the Subcontinent. Emaar acquired Singapore-based leading education provider, Raffles Campus, to extend expertise to its educational institutions.
Emaar holds 30 per cent equity in Dubai Bank, focused on retail and commercial banking. Emaar is also the largest shareholder in Amlak Finance, UAE's leading Islamic home financing company. For more information, visit www.emaar.com.
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Emaar Properties PJSC is one of the world's largest real estate companies and is rapidly evolving to become a global provider of premier lifestyles. Powered by its Vision 2010 to become one of the most valuable companies in the world, Emaar is charting a new course of growth with a two-pronged strategy of geographical expansion and business segmentation.
Emaar has highlighted its remarkable global growth by debuting on the Financial Times Global 500 ranking, which provides an annual snapshot of the world's largest companies. Emaar has been assigned A- and A3 ratings with stable outlook by Standard & Poor's and Moody's Investor Services, respectively.
Replicating its successful business model in Dubai, Emaar is extending its expertise in creating master-planned communities to international markets. Emaar is also developing new competencies in malls, hospitality & leisure, education, healthcare and financial services, which have evolved from its integrated approach to customer service and property development.
Listed on the Dubai Financial Market, part of the Dow Jones Arabia Titans Index and certified to ISO9001:2000 for quality standards, Emaar is developing Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building and free-standing structure, and The Dubai Mall, one of the world's largest shopping and entertainment destinations. In Saudi Arabia, Emaar is developing the US$26.6 billion King Abdullah Economic City, the region's largest private sector-led project. Emaar's portfolio currently covers the following countries: the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Morocco, Egypt, Turkey, Libya, Algeria, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, the US, the UK, France and Canada.
An award-winning developer, Emaar has strengthened its product sale competencies, market reach and best practices through strategic acquisitions and joint ventures. Emaar acquired John Laing Homes, America's second largest privately held home builder; Hamptons International, UK's premier realtor; and formed a joint venture with US-based Turner International to strengthen execution capabilities.
Emaar has joined hands with Giorgio Armani and Accor Hotels to strengthen its presence in hospitality, and will launch ten luxury Armani Hotels & Resorts world-wide and 100 Formule 1 budget hotels in India. The company is opening educational institutions and healthcare centres in South Asia, Middle East and North Africa and the Subcontinent. Emaar acquired Singapore-based leading education provider, Raffles Campus, to extend expertise to its educational institutions.
Emaar holds 30 per cent equity in Dubai Bank, focused on retail and commercial banking. Emaar is also the largest shareholder in Amlak Finance, UAE's leading Islamic home financing company. For more information, visit www.emaar.com.
For further information, please contact:
Kelly Home / Nivine William
ASDA'A Public Relations
Exclusive Affiliate of Edelman PR Worldwide in Middle East & North Africa
Tel: (+971 4) 334 4550;
Fax: (+971 4) 3344 556
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