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Re-Art at Dubai's BurJuman centre
Whether art is a waste of time or meaningful expression depends on the calibre of the artist's ideas and execution. Check out the one-of-a-kind recycled art exhibition at BurJuman.
- Staff Report
- Published: 00:04 July 29, 2008
- Image Credit: Supplied photo
- Old books and scrap iron make an interesting sculpture resembling a fountain.
Whether art is a waste of time or meaningful expression depends on the calibre of the artist's ideas and execution. Check out the one-of-a-kind recycled art exhibition at BurJuman
Sustainable development is highlighted at the Re-Art recycled art exhibition, which started on Monday at BurJuman centre.
The exhibition which is part of the DSS 2008 programme features works by 15 international designers, artists and craftsmen and runs until August 11.
The waste materials used to make the artworks include aluminium cans, scrap metal, plastic and paper waste.
Visitors to BurJuman will have the opportunity to see more than 60 pieces of art spread over 400 square metres.
Organisers say the decision to host the event was to create awareness about recycling and the environment.
“The exhibition aims to promote the thought of sustainability in industrial societies, inspire industry and consumers to focus on good design and products made by recycling materials or with low waste output and low energy input," says Dubai Shopping Festival chief executive Laila Suhail.
She says the exhibition was included in the DSS 2008 itinerary as a conscious effort to promote the need for conservation and sustainable development.
“Our endeavour in this regard was evident with the DSS 2008 Opening Ceremony where we presented a dolphin show to emphasise the need to conserve marine life.
“As an event, Re-Art is one among the significant inclusions this year that highlights the diverse activities we organise for our visitors during every DSS edition," she adds.
Re-Art has been awarded by Unesco for being the first international art exhibition included as an official project in the United Nations' Decade of Education for Sustainable Development.
The goal of the campaign, which was started in 2005, is to integrate the principles, values, and practices of sustainable development into all aspects of education and learning.
The educational effort hopes to encourage changes in behaviour that will create a more sustainable future in the environment and economy, and a just society for present and future generations.
Youngest winner
The Dubai Shopping Mall Group saw its youngest Mega Raffle winner this weekend when a six-year-old Emirati boy took home Dh100,000 at Reef Mall.
“I am very happy that my son Eisa has won the raffle. It is a great start for a young life," says Walid Mohammad, proud father of the winner. “The money will be saved in the name of Eisa and his brother and handed over to them when they reach the right age."
Other winners who took away Dh100,000 include a UAE national, a Filipino, a Saudi Arabian and an Egyptian. The sixth raffle draw will be held on July 31 at Al Khaleej Centre.
Party with Modhesh
Hundreds of families gathered at Lamcy Plaza for a five hour celebration at the Modesh Party. Featuring a massive Modhesh cake and stage shows for children, guests were also able to take part in a meet and greet session with the DSS 2008 mascot and his friends.
The mall had a festive feel as children crowded to meet their favourite cartoon character and showers of confetti greeted shoppers.
The next Modhesh Party takes place at Al Ghurair City on August 7.
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