Artist Toma Stenko produced a stunning piece that is now permanently displayed at the Jumeirah Creekside Hotel.
Artist Alex Lanier completed his residency in September 2024, with his artwork proudly showcased at the 25Hours Hotel Dubai.
The programme featured Yun.k at 25Hours Hotel Dubai, Masarratfatima Sulaimani at Indigo Hotel Downtown Dubai, Tom at Radisson Red Hotel Silicon Oasis Dubai, and Azaïdé at Rove Hotels.
Youness blends abstract expressionism with urban energy, capturing the hotel’s atmosphere from dawn to night in dynamic works that invite guests to experience the city’s pulse.
Masarratfatima transforms paper into intricate works inspired by nature, architecture, and Islamic art, reflecting the hotel’s ethos and culminating in a captivating exhibition and artist talk.\
Tom Roy’s “Urban Pulse” residency engages guests with immersive artworks inspired by city life, offering perspective, connection, and dialogue between art, space, and community.
UAE-based French artist Azaïdé created vibrant, textured embroidery artworks that enhance the hotel’s contemporary spaces, providing guests with a unique sensory and artistic experience.
2024 WAD Artist-in-residency winner
“This programme played a big role in building confidence and independence for artists looking to grow their careers. They also provide a unique platform for artists to showcase their work to a diverse audience in a new environment.”