Five free talks to check out
01 Now’s The Time: Art Investments And Collections
If you fancy starting an art collection, this talk lets you hear from experts Catherine David, director of Pompidou Center Museum in Paris, and experienced collector Philippe Dutilleul Francoeur, who will offer guidance into the business. November 8
Abu Dhabi Art Pavilion, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 6pm to 7pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae
02 Understanding Intergenerational Gaps From Modern To Contemporary Art In Oman
This topic discusses contemporary art in Oman with opinions from artist and curator Hassan Meer, and conceptual artist and Stal Gallery manager Raiya Rawahi. November 9
Auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 3pm to 4pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae
03 The Global Art World: Creating A New Cultural Geography
Perfect for art enthusiasts, this talk hears from academic director of Christie’s Education New York, Véronique ChagnonBurke, who will teach listeners about art on a global scale while drawing from her own personal experiences. November 10
Abu Dhabi Art Pavilion, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 7pm to 8pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae
04 In The Open: Art, Communities And Public Space
Ahmed Mater, artist and executive manager of MiSK Art Institute, will join George Richards, head of heritage projects at Art Jameel, and Flavin Judd, curator and co-president of Judd Foundation to discuss the use of public space for art. November 9
Abu Dhabi Art Pavilion, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 7pm to 8pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae
05 Art History Beyond Borders
Fans of art history can listen to Salwa Mikdadi, associate professor of art history at NYU Abu Dhabi, and Nada Shabout, associate professor of art history at University Of North Texas, debate the importance of curatorial narratives in contemporary art history during this talk. November 11
Auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 4pm to 5pm. Tel: (02) 6575800. Taxi: Manarat Al Saadiyat. abudhabiart.ae