- Souk Madinat Jumeirah transforms into an open-air studio for seven days of live art.
- Visitors can collaborate on mosaics, sand art, and calligraphy with top UAE artists.
- The completed artworks will remain on display until Union Day, celebrating national unity.
- Cinnabon launches three globally inspired Matcha drinks, adding a trendy new flavor twist.
Starting November 7th, one of Dubai’s most picturesque spots will pulse with vibrant creative energy. Souk Madinat Jumeirah is launching Art in Motion, a seven-day event where art isn’t something you just look at, it’s something you actively shape. This event taps into a strong audience desire for authentic, interactive experiences, especially those that connect them directly with local culture and talent. The live art journey invites everyone, from serious art enthusiasts to curious families, to connect with seven distinct UAE-based artists as they create their masterpieces in real time, transforming the iconic location into a living, aspirational gallery.
The premise of Art in Motion is simple yet powerful: bridge the gap between artist and audience. Every day from 5 PM to 9 PM, a different artist leads a hands-on workshop or demonstration, ensuring the event feels fresh and engaging all week long. The final, completed works will be displayed until Union Day (December 3), making the entire event a celebratory testament to the UAE’s artistic expression and unity.
This unique opportunity for collective creation features diverse mediums:
- Emirati Artist Azza Al Qubaisi opens the week by inviting participants to build a collaborative installation using natural materials like sand and rope, inspired by the symbolic Palm Eye.
- Marta Lamovsek focuses on identity with an immersive portrait workshop, culminating in a live projection of the work.
- Sand Artist Nathaniel Alapide invites guests to help shape a sweeping composition blending desert dunes and the Dubai skyline using natural sand.
- Mosaic Designer Rany Melad will lead a detailed, collaborative mural workshop, symbolizing unity through precise artistry.
On the closing day, Lebanese calligrapher Ghaleb Hawila will lead a participatory artwork inspired by the Emirati Dirham coin, focusing on the powerful phrase, “Unity is strength, through it nations are built and people prosper.”
The Souk Madinat Jumeirah setting, with its waterfront restaurants and eclectic boutiques, provides a perfect cultural backdrop. Adding a surprising, trendy element to the artistic energy is Cinnabon UAE, which is using the event for its biggest beverage launch of the year: The Matcha Collection.
Recognizing the popularity of unique flavor combinations, Cinnabon will introduce three globally inspired Matcha drinks designed to pair perfectly with their famous cinnamon rolls: Ube Matcha, Okinawa Matcha, and Roseberry Matcha. This blend of cultural art and inventive, vibrant food and drink ensures visitors have a multi-sensory, memorable experience. Meanwhile, a dedicated kids’ corner ensures younger visitors can explore their own creativity with age-appropriate activities, making the event truly inclusive.
Art in Motion is an open invitation to witness the creative heart of the UAE. Stop by Souk Madinat Jumeirah, engage with the artists, contribute your own touch to a collaborative masterpiece, and fuel your creativity with a new Matcha creation.
Visit Souk Madinat Jumeirah between November 7th and 13th to experience Art in Motion and try the new Cinnabon Matcha Collection!
