– Dubai’s culture presents ‘Deliberate Pauses’ in Hatta, the specific public art installation of the largest site in the Emirate
– The installation, commissioned by Alenkal Arts Foundation, is launched in collaboration with the Supreme Committee to supervise the development of Hatta
– Created by artist Emirarati Shaikha al Mazrou, the installation is part of the ‘Dubai public art’ initiative
– The work of art highlights the cultural, historical and environmental wealth of the natural landscape of Hatta
The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in collaboration with the Supreme Committee to supervise the development of Hatta, has announced the launch of ‘Deliberate Pauses’, the largest specific public art installation of the site in Dubai. Created by the artist Emirarati Shaikha al Mazrou, the work of art is commissioned by Askal Arts Foundation.
With the surprising backdrop of Lake Leem de Hatta, the installation is part of the ‘Dubai public art’ initiative launched by the Dubai culture to transform the city into a global outdoor art gallery. The initiative sacrifices the immersive artistic experiences that strengthen Dubai’s global cultural presence, enrich their visual identity and celebrate their inheritance.
Commissioned by Faysal Tabbarah, a professor associated at the Faculty of Architecture, Art and Design of the American University of Sharjah, the installation highlights the cultural, historical and environmental wealth of the natural landscape of Hatta. The art piece presents five reflective red metal discs placed along the picturesque Hatta hiking trails. Positioned both vertical and flat, the discs are integrated in the mountains baked, which serve as visual beacons and contemplative portals that invite visitors to kill, reflect and connect with the surrounding beauty.
The installation combines the visual impact in bold with a deep respect for the natural environment. ‘Deliberate pauses’ foster a dialogue between the adjustments and the present, encouraging hikers to commit to the stories often overlooked by Hatta, reflected in their steep landscapes, cultural artifacts and oral history.
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Shaikha Almazrou stood out the importance of reflection, saying: “In the mountains of Hatta, I deliberately stop, not to find answers, but to question their need. Like the spiral, it is not about moving forward or backward, but about recognizing the quiet moments. Here, in the stillness, it is invited to reflect, or simply observe, as the landscape of the seles, the sacrifices of the pleas. “
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An consummated sculptor, Shaikha al Mazrou, has a master’s degree in Fine Arts of Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts of London (2014). It is known for its innovative sculptural practices that explore several ideas and demonstrate a deep understanding of materials and their physical properties. His works have been exhibited in prestigious places such as Jameel Arts Center in Dubai and as part of the Frieze Sculpture Exhibition of London, consolidating his role as a leading figure in the contemporary local artistic scene.
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