HRH Crown Prince Sponsors 52nd Bahrain Annual Fine Arts Exhibition

Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of the National Arts Council and Honorary President of the Bahrain Society of Fine Arts, expressed his deepest gratitude to His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for graciously sponsoring the 52nd edition of the Bahrain Annual Fine Arts Exhibition. Shaikh Rashid noted that this generous patronage reflects HRH’s keen interest in supporting Bahrain’s cultural and artistic movement, his ongoing commitment to empowering artists and creators, and his recognition of the arts as a cornerstone of national identity and sustainable development.

He also extended his sincere thanks to His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa for inaugurating the exhibition on behalf of the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, praising the support this represents for Bahrain’s visual arts scene and the consolidation of the exhibition’s position as a leading annual platform celebrating creativity and documenting the nation’s artistic journey.

Shaikh Rashid commended the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities for its pivotal role in organizing the exhibition and for its continuous efforts to enhance its profile both locally and internationally. He emphasized that such initiatives contribute to showcasing national artistic talent and opening new horizons for creative development.

Highlighting the high artistic standard of works displayed in this edition, Shaikh Rashid noted the diversity of experiences, schools, and styles, affirming that the ongoing growth and richness of Bahrain’s visual arts scene reflect the vitality and maturity of the country’s artistic movement. He congratulated the winners of the exhibition awards, appreciating their contributions to enriching the national cultural landscape.

He also praised several participating art galleries for offering opportunities for artists to hold solo exhibitions, describing these initiatives as a qualitative form of support that strengthens the sustainability of Bahrain’s arts movement and enables artists to expand their reach and develop their creative experiences.

Concluding his remarks, Shaikh Rashid affirmed that the Bahrain Annual Fine Arts Exhibition continues to fulfill its national mission of supporting creativity and reinforcing Bahrain’s status as a vibrant cultural and civilizational hub in the region.