Battle of Brushes was a thrilling competition created by Funun Arts in collaboration with Paperworld Middle East, where competitors, competed through four exciting stages, and those who succeeded had the honour of painting live at Paperworld Middle East.
We celebrated the incredible art created and crowned one winner in each category, recognizing their artistic talent and creative excellence.
Categories
One winner of each category will be announced live at Paperworld Middle East.
- Abstract
- Realism
- Pencil/Charcoal
- Watercolor
Memorable moments from the gallery selection round
Phase 2 of the competition saw 40 talented artists gather at the Al Reem Gallery, where their exceptional work was judged by a distinguished panel. The top 20 artworks (5 from each category) have now been selected and will advance to the third round of physical judging on September 21.
Battle of Brushes Finale
Judging Process
Award Ceremony
2024 Schedule
12 November 2024
10:30 | Welcoming the contestants |
11:00 | Live painting challenge |
15:00 | Judging |
16:30 | Award Ceremony |
2024 Finalists
Abstract
Dr. Poonam Chauhan
Jivan Hovhannisiyan
Parvin Fathi
Rafah Abdulrazzak
Rita Chehab
Charcoal
Bashar Malek Suliman
Shreenath Muralidharan
Ayongi Acha Orock
Realism
Aparna Shere
Muneer Alikkal
Naura Fathima
Watercolor
Edcel Cabalan
Ismail Sheikh Mohammed
Kiran Kumar
Maryna Futymska
Sharmila Laghate
Tara Sabz
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Funun Arts, founded in 2016 by Shiba Khan and Farah Khan, is a vibrant community that celebrates diverse artistic talents. Beyond exhibitions, they focus on education and community engagement, offering workshops and seminars to foster inclusivity and shared artistic experiences. Their "Youth Creative Minds Hub" empowers young individuals, while their global presence includes collaborations, art fairs, and shows. With over 1000 artists from various backgrounds, Funun Arts acts as a comprehensive hub, fostering connections and opportunities within the art world.