We discussed:
- the need to challenge artists
- failures are great learning experiences
- the importance of the process
- information is power
- the modern day tribe
- different types of art collectors
- the difference between collaboration and transaction
- Legacy development
- gentrification
- the importance of dialogues
- the power of Wasta
 
People + Places mentioned:

ADMAF - Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation - https://admaf.org

Canvas Magazine - https://read.canvasonline.com

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) - https://www.difc.ae

eL Seed - https://elseed-art.com

Alserkal Avenue - https://alserkalavenue.ae

The Flying House - https://universes.art/en/nafas/articles/2008/the-flying-house

Hassan Sharif - https://www.alexandergray.com/artists/hassan-sharif
 
https://tashkeel.org
 
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