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2/15/24, 9:34 AM Sharjah Light Festival narrates emirate’s story in collaboration with 15+ globally-renowned artists - GulfToday

Transforming Sharjah Mosque into a canvas of light through the production "A Sublime
Canvas," artist Uladzimir Kivachuk provides a 360-degree 3D video mapping production
illuminating the Mosque’s façades and minaret with vivid, stylised architectural projections.

Al Noor Mosque, an iconic symbol of Islamic architecture, features "Enchanted Dimensions,"
a 3D hologram and projection mapping art piece specifically designed for SLF 2024 by artist
Amin Sammakieh from Plan A Creative. The immersive visual arts show intertwines the rich
heritage of Islamic art with cutting-edge technology, offering a captivating display that
celebrates geometry, mosaic, and Arabesque intricacies.

Sheikh Rashid Bin Ahmed Al Qasimi Mosque in Dibba Al Hisn hosts "A Treasure Trove of
History," another 360-degree 3D video mapping projection by artist Nima Eshghipour This
show displays key characteristics of Islamic art, including geometric designs, vegetal patterns,
and Islamic design ornaments.

Radiant expressions across Sharjah's iconic landmarks

Al Dhaid Fort features "Echoes of Al Dhaid," a 3D projection mapping spectacle created by
artist Stefan Ihming from RE:SORB. Through the captivating power of light, shadow and
music, this philosophical production dives into the themes of interconnectedness, cultural
legacy, and the transcendental nature of human experience, making use of traditional cultural
elements, such as the Al Ayyala and Nasha'at dances.

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