Each spring, Art Dubai affirms its place as the Middle East’s most influential art fair—bringing together over 120 leading contemporary, modern, and digital galleries from more than 40 countries. With its curated sections Contemporary, Bawwaba, Modern, and Digital—the fair serves as a vital platform for cultural dialogue between the Global South and the international art world.
In addition to the gallery presentations, Art Dubai offers large-scale commissions, region-leading art education programs, and renowned think-tank events such as the Global Art Forum and the Digital Summit.
Among the notable attendees this year was eco-conscious artist and philanthropist Natalia Kapchuk, who explored the standout presentations at the 2025 Private View. Adding a new and personal dimension to her engagement with the fair, Natalia Kapchuk hosted an exclusive Secret Dinner at her private art residence—welcoming a curated circle of influential voices from the global art community. The evening provided an intimate setting to experience key works from her major series.
Guests were offered a first-hand preview of iconic pieces from:
- The internationally recognized series The Lost Planet
- The newly launched limited-edition collection Untitled
- and the unveiling of the newest artworks from her celebrated The Lost Animals series
Exhibited highlights included:
- From Great to Gone (2023)
- Sunflower SSWD – Silent Sunrise (2023)
- Echoes from the Ancients (2023)
- Knights of the Sea – Serenity (2023)
- Triton’s Hammer – Sea Siren (2024)
“This was a meaningful moment for me as an emerging artist—an opportunity to personally introduce my work to some of the most respected voices in the professional art world. I shared the mission behind my practice, the narratives embedded in my works, and the technical processes involved in bringing them to life. I’m deeply grateful to Art Dubai and to each of the guests for making this evening possible.”
— Natalia Kapchuk
The evening concluded with a gourmet dinner and an open-air cocktail reception under the stars. Looking ahead, Natalia Kapchuk envisions The Secret Dinner becoming a cherished annual tradition during Art Dubai — fostering a unique platform for artistic exchange, intimate dialogue, and future collaboration.
