Dr Zaki Aslan

“The first discussion that I had with the Director of Heritage from Art Jameel, George Richards, we were trying to explore possibilities where we could have some collaboration because we have interests in common, in the field of cultural heritage, especially in this part of the world.

I was very impressed by the work they’ve done.  Their experience in this area is notable and it’s really appreciated here in the region.  I feel  like not many people are doing such a kind of thing.  The impact is quite important because when we talk about cities, for example like Cairo or Jeddah, where they worked to look into the the important, you know, traditions and crafts in these cities; these are actually forms of life of people.  They form their identity and they form their way of living and we are living at times where we are losing such crafts.  For me Art Jameel is a place that is really encouraging artists, but also especially the youth, and that actually attracted my attention.  So, I think all this brings Art Jameel to the fore, and as a leader, in this particular field, in this particular part of the world.

I would like to say congratulations for all the work that you have done in this part of the world for the arts and for culture and for heritage.

Happy anniversary and please continue this fantastic work that you’ve done, and we look forward to continuing also working with you.”
 

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