MINI x Art brings creativity and design to life with three inspiring Qatari artists

MINI x Art will be a vibrant collaboration between iconic cars and Qatari artists, transforming MINIs into live canvases

MINI x Art, presented by Alfardan Automobiles, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles in Qatar brought together iconic automotive design with Qatar’s vibrant art and culture scene. Three innovative Qatari artists transformed MINI cars into lives canvases, using their own individual creative style. With three very different approaches to visual arts, Muna Al-Bader, Abdulaziz Yousef, and Mubarak Al-Malik reflected MINI’s spirit of individuality, imagination and self-expression during this special event.

The event that ran from 24-25 October at Mina District, Doha Corniche, highlighted Alfardan Automobiles’ commitment to supporting local talent and cultural dialogue through Qatar’s art and creative community, while celebrating an icon, MINI. Public Day, which was open on Friday 24 October, gave all visitors the opportunity to see the artists at work, transforming MINIs into moving masterpieces, combining British heritage with Qatari creativity.

The three artists brought their original perspectives and styles to the cars they painted in the presence of Qatar’s art lovers.

Muna Al-Bader: Muna is renowned for her creative use of the colour blue in her lyrical works, focusing on people and traditional music in a contemporary context.

Abdulaziz Yousef: Abdulaziz’s bold, colourful public space works and installations celebrate Qatari life and explore memory and transformation.

Mubarak Al-Malik: Mubarak’s street art combines Qatari heritage with a modernity, using the batoola face covering as a tribute to his cultural roots.

By collaborating with these talented artists, MINI is continuing its commitment to supporting local talent and connecting with Qatar’s creative community. The themes of fun, color and exploration that are part of the MINI DNA and were reflected in this special event.

Additionally, MINI Qatar Club Day took place on Saturday 25 October with an exclusive MINI parade providing a showcase of new models. The event provided MINI Club members with the opportunity to come together in celebration of MINI’s 66 years of design innovation and individuality.

Ayman Berjawi, General Manager of Alfardan Automobiles, said: “For 66 years, MINI cars have given people joy over the world and Qatar is no exception. Alfardan Automobiles is delighted to organize MINI x Art, which brought together the creativity and spirit of MINI cars with three talented Qatari artists. We are happy about the wonderful celebration of art, culture, heritage and innovation with the automotive and art worlds coming together for a truly original and inspiring event.”

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