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Encapsulating Sharjah within a canvas of light

The opening ceremony for this year’s festival was held at the

impressive Sharjah Police Headquarters in Al Rahmaniya, and showcased
intricate 3D mapping and a light installation titled “Luminous

Guardians,” journeying through the essence of Sharjah's cultural and protective

spirit. Reflecting the shared heartbeat of the vibrant community, this opening

ceremony mirrored the aspirations of the emirate courtesy of artists Steffan

Ihmig from RE:SORB and Fredrico Petrei from Delta Process.

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

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