Sharjah Art Foundation is inviting applications from UAE-based artists and creative practitioners for studio leases at Al Hamriyah Studios, a multidisciplinary arts complex in the coastal town of Al Hamriyah, Sharjah. Established in 2017 on the site of a former souq, the studios offer affordable spaces for artistic research, experimentation, and production, with lease options ranging from three months to one year. Available studios include large (110 m² for AED 2,500/month), medium (80 m² for AED 2,000/month), and small (32 m² for AED 1,000/month) units, along with shared project spaces, a courtyard, and gardens. Applications close on 11 July 2026.
This open call matters because it provides critical infrastructure for the UAE's growing contemporary art scene, offering affordable, purpose-built workspaces that support artists at various career stages. By integrating studio spaces with a broader cultural complex that hosts exhibitions and performances, Sharjah Art Foundation fosters sustained artistic development and cross-disciplinary collaboration, reinforcing the emirate's role as a regional hub for contemporary art production and experimentation.