Is the UAE’s art scene imported? These Emirati creatives are pushing back against the stereotype

DUBAI: This year, Art Dubai introduced a new segment into its program — the UAE NOW exhibit that showcased the country’s local independent, artist-run platforms.

The region’s largest art fair ran from March 20-23 and Arab News caught up with UAE NOW curator Munira Al-Sayegh and artist Afra Al-Dhaheri to find out more about the push to showcase homegrown creativity.