Fujairah, United Arab Emirates: Le Méridien Al Aqah has announced today that it will be exhibiting the works of acclaimed Arabic artist Wael K. Hamadeh at the hotel from December 18 until January 03 treating guests and visitors alike to Middle Eastern Art which is currently growing in popularity throughout the region.
Wael K. Hamadeh of Lebanese origin has been exhibiting his work in Dubai since 1995 and has received numerous awards for his talents from first place at the Nikon photography extravaganza to Visitor Choice Award – Fragments of a Treasure.
“It is very exciting to have Wael exhibit his magnificent work at the hotel which I am sure everyone will thoroughly enjoy. We are delighted to support this artistic initiative and it serves to further reinforce Le Meridian Al Aqah's commitment to supporting local and international art, a commitment which is fundamental to the brand core values of Le Méridien,” said Patrick Antaki, General Manager, Le Méridien Al Aqah.
“I came to Dubai and I felt the creative pulse and guidance of my soul and mind to create something new, something that brings a difference to our life. I started a soul enriching experience, mixing materials and colors to discover a new unity with nature and a source of power and beauty I never knew existed,” according to Hamadeh.
Wael has participated in various group and solo exhibitions over the last number of years. From 1996 to 1998, Wael participated in Dubai Shopping Festival and from 2003 to 2005 he was involved in the Philips International Jazz Festival. He has also showcased his solo work in Zyara Cafe, Dubai. In October Wael was commissioned by the DIFC to work on two paintings for their centre.
About Le Méridien
Le Méridien brand, currently represented by approximately 120 properties in 52 countries, was acquired by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide in November 2005. With close to 70 percent of its properties located in Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East, Le Méridien provides a strong international complement to Starwood’s primarily North American holdings. Plans call for dynamic expansion of Le Méridien-branded hotels within the next five years, concentrating in the U.S., Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, including destinations such as India, Thailand and China. For more information, please visit www.lemeridien.com
About Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 890 properties in more than 100 countries and 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood® Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels and resorts with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft(SM), and Element(SM). Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
