Dhai Dubai lights up Expo City - 2024

  • The Scent of Memories installation by Najat Makki. All photos: Khushnum Bhandari / The National
    The Scent of Memories installation by Najat Makki. All photos: Khushnum Bhandari / The National
  • The festival is showcasing the work of seven Emirati artists from different generations and styles
    The festival is showcasing the work of seven Emirati artists from different generations and styles
  • Daraweezna by Reem Al Ghaith is based on the history of traditional doors of Dubai
    Daraweezna by Reem Al Ghaith is based on the history of traditional doors of Dubai
  • Nomad 2.0 by Khalid Alshafar is based on the idea of the arish, a traditional UAE large hut-like structure made from panels of palm fronds
    Nomad 2.0 by Khalid Alshafar is based on the idea of the arish, a traditional UAE large hut-like structure made from panels of palm fronds
  • In three-minute intervals, a sound and light show captivates the viewers who gather inside
    In three-minute intervals, a sound and light show captivates the viewers who gather inside
  • Movement of Stillness by Mattar Bin Lahej combines light, calligraphy and the essence of a speeding horse
    Movement of Stillness by Mattar Bin Lahej combines light, calligraphy and the essence of a speeding horse
  • Mohamed Yousef’s I'm Still a Child captures the perspective of childhood and elements of domestic life in the UAE
    Mohamed Yousef’s I'm Still a Child captures the perspective of childhood and elements of domestic life in the UAE
  • Afterlife by Maitha Hamdan displays unique and contemporary elements of graphic design and signage
    Afterlife by Maitha Hamdan displays unique and contemporary elements of graphic design and signage
  • The Scent of Memories Dr Najat Makki shows seven stylised female figures to represent the seven emirates
    The Scent of Memories Dr Najat Makki shows seven stylised female figures to represent the seven emirates
  • Minaret 2.0 by Abdalla Almulla is a stunning geometric piece inspired by the design and function of mosque’s minaret
    Minaret 2.0 by Abdalla Almulla is a stunning geometric piece inspired by the design and function of mosque’s minaret