BurJuman Art Events to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Foundation of the Emirates

Published October 24th, 2006 - 09:45 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

BurJuman, the region’s foremost luxury shopping destination, has announced a series of art sales from now until the end of October, including a silent auction, as part of its biggest-ever Safe and Sound campaign against breast cancer. All funds raised will go toward the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Emirates.

On Saturday, October 28th from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, an ‘Artist Jam’ will be held in the Observatory, organized by Jam Jar. Viewers can witness professional artists producing works on the theme of ‘pink,’ the breast cancer campaign’s trademark color, then bid on their favorite pieces at a silent auction from the 28th of October through November 4th, from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm in the Observatory. Interested parties write their bids on slips of paper provided, and the works go to the highest bidder. 

In addition to the silent auctions, the work of two local artists will be on sale from from October 1st to 31st. Works by Param will be displayed opposite Rodeo Drive, and paintings by Souhail Madi can be seen opposite Dune.

Sabina Khandwani, Head of Marketing and PR at BurJuman, stated, “we feel that breast cancer cannot be fought by medicine alone. It requires creativity, spontaneity, and humanity to involve whole communities in the campaign, which are all embodied in art.”

Other Safe and Sound events include a fashion show on Thursday, October 26 at BurJuman and the Pink Walkathon on October 27.


About BurJuman

The haven of luxury shopping, the residence of high-fashion BurJuman today has the world’s largest concentration of high fashion luxury shopping brands. Here's where the leading fashion icons mingle comfortably with one another. Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel, Hermes, Valentino, Prada, Moschino, Dolce and Gabbana, Versace, Emanuel Ungaro, Loewe, Etro, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Christian Lacroix, Salvatore Ferragamo, Just Cavalli, and many more. Temptations abound, but the feeling of getting the finest in an ambience of absolute comfort and luxury is wonderful. With over 300 leading fashion stores including Saks 5th Avenue, you'll always be spoilt for choice.

Located in the heart of Dubai, the BurJuman Centre is a distinctive landmark which comprises over 2.8 million square feet of space. The centre’s atrium courtyards, beautiful seating and abundant foliage create a relaxed yet vibrant shopping environment. You can also choose from a wide selection of restaurants, a food court and cafés.

 

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