Arty Activities and Events
Guests can immerse themselves in:
- Ceramics and Coral Conservation Workshop – Guests can join the resort’s marine biologist to discover how ceramics can aid in the restoration of coral reefs. In this complimentary session, guests are guided on how to mould clay structures to aid coral growth.
- Artist in Residence – The Fari Art Atelier hosts a rotation of visiting local and international artists presenting exclusive works and hosting on-site engagements. Upcoming artist in residence collaborations include:
- Land Artist Jon Foreman, 27 October to 6 November 2023 – Wales-based artist Jon Foreman has been creating a marriage between art and the earth since 2011, moulding nature into a temporary art piece to be washed away and returned to its untouched state by the next sunrise. The balance between perfect symmetry and the beauty of nature’s imperfections is what influences Jon to create his intricate and complex designs.
- David Nott, 20 December 2023 to 20 January 2024 – David Nott is an American precision fine artist known for his work in the realm of Textiles and Dotwork. With an unwavering passion for creation, David has carved a niche for himself in the art world through his meticulous attention to detail and artistic precision. David takes up residence of the Fari Art Atelier this festive season as part of Patina’s artist in residence program.
- Daniel Arsham, former Artist in Residence, with a further residence expected in 2024 – Daniel Arsham is a Cleveland-born New York-based interdisciplinary artist, whose artistic endeavours extend beyond traditional art world platforms. His art plays with the concept of future history and fictional archaeology, presenting fossilised versions of contemporary objects and architecture
About Patina Maldives, Fari Islands
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands is the inaugural flagship property in the Fari Islands archipelago in North Malé Atoll from the sophisticated lifestyle brand Patina Hotels & Resorts by Capella Hotel Group.
Designed by renowned Brazilian architect Marcio Kogan, Patina Maldives offers 90 contemporary one- to three-bedroom Beach and Water Pool Villas, alongside 20 Fari Studios, all of which embody a harmony of sanctuary and stimulation.
Guests can immerse themselves in a new expression of island life through thoughtful tailor-made wellness journeys, interactive music programmes, captivating culinary experiences, and bask in the light-filled Amarta, a James Turrell Skyspace pavilion — all while embracing the vibrant social scene of the Fari Marina Village and Fari Beach Club.
Patina Maldives also regularly collaborates with the Patina Perpetuals, a collective of inspiring individuals from the worlds of art, nature, gastronomy, mixology, and wellness, to create uplifting guest experiences.
Further details can be found here.
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