Last chance to apply for Art Here 2026, with submission deadline extended to 14 June

Louvre Abu Dhabi has extended the deadline for proposal submissions to the sixth edition of its flagship contemporary art initiative, Art Here 2026 and the Richard Mille Art Prize. This offers an opportunity for contemporary artists across the GCC and India to submit their proposal to feature in a major exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi.

Event Overview
- Deadline extended to 14 June 2026 for proposal submissions.
- Sixth edition of Art Here and the Richard Mille Art Prize.
- Open to contemporary artists from GCC (nationals & residents) and India (nationals).
- Theme: “Confluences” – exploring overlapping histories, cultures, and ecologies.
- Exhibition opens November 2026 at Louvre Abu Dhabi.
- Richard Mille Art Prize winner announced in December 2026, with a US $60,000 award.

Curatorial Vision
- Dr. Guilhem André (Louvre Abu Dhabi): Expansion to India reflects centuries of exchange and coexistence across the Indian Ocean world.
- Guest Curator Kamini Sawhney: Theme recognizes complex, interconnected relationships shaped by trade, migration, language, and identity.
- Artists are invited to create ambitious site-specific works reflecting these layered encounters.

Institutional Context
- Louvre Abu Dhabi: Opened in 2017, designed by Jean Nouvel, inspired by Islamic architecture.
- Holds a growing collection spanning thousands of years, supplemented by loans from 19 French partner institutions.
- Positioned as a testing ground for new ideas and a hub for cultural dialogue.

Richard Mille’s Role
- Known for avant-garde watchmaking blending design, art, and architecture.
- Strong ties to contemporary art through partnerships with institutions like Palais de Tokyo and Desert X Biennale.
- Prize reflects the brand’s commitment to supporting artistic innovation.

Broader Cultural Setting
- Part of Saadiyat Cultural District, alongside Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum, Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, and more.
- Reinforces Abu Dhabi’s role as a global cultural hub connecting heritage with forward-looking creativity.

Takeaway
This edition of Art Here is not just an exhibition — it’s a cross-cultural dialogue between GCC and India, spotlighting shared histories while nurturing contemporary artistic voices.

👉 Artists can apply via Louvre Abu Dhabi’s official website before 14 June 2026.