The plastic artist Amr Abdel Aziz had a unique experience in the field of sculpture, where he contributed his long experience in this field, by teaching the art of sculpture to two sisters of people of determination who were blind. The category that possesses insight that qualified it to participate in various fields of life, and is now working on a sculpture studio in the Al Fahidi neighborhood in Dubai, and recounts his artistic experience in Dubai during this meeting with Al Bayan:

– How would you describe the artistic movement in the field of sculpture in the Emirate of Dubai in particular and the Emirates in general?

The artistic movement in Dubai is almost the exit of the artist from the stereotypical state to the creative, where the nationalities of Dubai vary, and thus the cultures vary, and all this is an outlet, whether with the possibilities offered in places of support for the arts and the artistic movement, and the encouragement of leaders and their very noticeable interest in the field of fine art, but the artistic movement In the field of sculpture, in particular, it did not reach the peak of interest like other plastic arts. In the Emirate of Dubai, we find only some field statues, as well as some mural works, knowing that it is also a documentation of Dubai’s achievements in all matters. It is also possible to host a symposium for sculpture and attract international artists to participate. And take advantage of their work in the streets and squares of Dubai, as the Emirate of Dubai provides the environment and creative climate for any talented to become creative, and the creative to become a unique case.

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* How did the art of sculpture develop in line with global guidelines?

Whenever the artist’s perceptions and the data of this era transcend the minute details to simulate visual things such as classic works, we find that the plastic elements reflect a romantic, dramatic reality or violent themes through surfaces, whether sharp or soft. A large group of elements, and then I find that the art of modern sculpture depends on brevity and summary.

* Tell us about your experience in the sculpture studio in Al Fahidi neighborhood?

It is really a unique experience, where the artist finds the right place and environment, and when I applied to the administration of Al Fahidi neighborhood, I heard a word that only those who had a sense of responsibility uttered, and it was “We are here to serve you.” Indeed, it is Dubai, I got the studio, and currently in the stage of completing the papers For the beginning of the activity, God willing, soon, and I will teach the art of sculpture in an academic way to disseminate it in a way it deserves, with all due respect, appreciation and thanks to the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and the administration of Al Fahidi Heritage District in Dubai.

Teaching sculpture

* Have you given lessons to teach sculpting to blind people?

Yes, I had a wonderful experience and it was a challenge, as I went through the experience of teaching two visionary sisters the basics of wall sculpture, taking advantage of the fact that the hands of the sculptor see as the eye sees, and eight projects were implemented by the hands of these two sisters. The arts and integrating them into artistic life, collecting samples of works and making an exhibition on the program’s outputs, in order for those with vision to learn about the creativity of those with insight.