In the heart of Dubai’s thriving Financial District, a new space is redefining how fine art is experienced. Launched in 2024, RARARES is not just another contemporary art gallery — it’s a bold vision brought to life by founder, art director, and lead curator Marina Baisel. With her background in interior design and a lifelong passion for art, Baisel has created a gallery that makes fine art a vibrant, integral part of daily life.

 

“Art has always been a central part of my life,” says Baisel. “My mission is to educate people about fine arts, nurture their creativity, and help them develop their own unique artistic taste.” Inspired by the Latin word rarus — meaning rarity and uniqueness — RARARES is committed to celebrating distinctive artistic voices from around the world.

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A SPACE WHERE ART AND LIFE CONVERGE 

 

RARARES offers a refreshing departure from Dubai’s typical gallery scene, which is often split between commercial giants and hyperlocal initiatives. Instead, the gallery champions a diverse range of emerging and established artists, fostering global dialogues and introducing rare talents to the region.

 

The space itself, spanning approximately 100 square meters, is designed to be welcoming and intimate — a place where visitors from all walks of life can explore creativity freely. Each exhibition transforms the environment, offering new settings and experiences that resonate with the mission and themes of the featured artists. “My goal is to showcase art that inspires people to do good, motivates them toward greater accomplishments, and fosters a sense of purpose and possibility,” says Baisel.