Dignitaries at the first anniversary celebration of Shangri-La Hotel Doha.
Shangri-La Hotel Doha, owned by Al Faisal Holding, headed by Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, celebrated its first anniversary.
To mark the first anniversary, the renowned 5-star hotel launched a fine arts exhibition of Qatari artist Ali Al-Mulla.
The exhibition will run until March 31, where artworks will be showcased at the lobby, lobby lounge, Horizon Club and Shanghai Club.
Al-Mulla, a member of Qatar Fine Arts Society (QFAS) is a unique artist, who often paints without using a brush. Instead, he relies on use of his skilful hands with which he expresses a concept of modern realistic expressionism using imaginative techniques. As a result, his work reflects his passion and dedication to art.
Ali Al-Mulla, commented: “I’m glad to be part of the exhibition organised by Shangri-La Doha; it is a great experience for me because I consider it as a successful push in the artistic community. I’ll be presenting a few celebrities from in and outside Qatar and I’d also like to thank Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani as well as curators of this exhibition for their efforts. As a Qatari artist, I aspire to leave a footprint in my community and I hope everybody will like my work.”
Ali depicts some of the world’s most famous faces in new perspectives and colours. His various techniques include use of tools such as knives, brushes and rolls. The use of colours is essential to his multi-hued paintings that he achieves through his remarkable skills with a knife, which demonstrates his acrylic painting techniques. His unique paintings are available for sale during the exhibition.
The opening ceremony was attended by guests including ambassadors, representatives, corporate clients and key opinion leaders.
Alex Willats, General Manager of Shangri-La Hotel Doha, said: “Shangri-La is proud to welcome special art pieces of Ali Al-Mulla to help us express the momentous occasion of our first anniversary.”
“Shangri-La Doha benefits from a wide community in Doha, and beyond. As a hotel, we love showcasing arts and culture exhibitions and we invite everyone to come and celebrate our first anniversary while sharing our passion for Qatari talent.”
