Sylvain Gaillard
Director at Opera Gallery Dubai. Dad, husband and collector
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From Regional To Global: How UAE Art Fairs Repositioned the Region On the International Map
Opera Gallery Dubai’s director reflects on the momentum reshaping the UAE’s cultural scene
by Sylvain Gaillard
15 Dec 2025
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How Galleries Spot And Support New Talent
From chance encounters to career-defining exhibitions, the art world’s unsung role as talent scout.
by Sylvain Gaillard
9 Sept 2025
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Collecting With Intent: Why Building a Cohesive Collection Matters
Director at Opera Gallery Dubai on how to collect art with a purpose
by Sylvain Gaillard
25 Jul 2025
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Who Is Buying Art In Dubai? Inside the Evolving Tastes Of UAE Collectors
From expats to Emiratis to jet-setters, Dubai’s art collectors are shaping a dynamic cultural landscape
by Sylvain Gaillard
10 Jun 2025
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How Art Galleries Are Shaping Dubai’s Art Scene
Sylvain Gaillard explores how art institutions foster talent and curate the region’s evolving art landscape
by Sylvain Gaillard
18 Apr 2025
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Breaking the Myth Of Art Collecting: A Practical Guide For First-Time Buyers
Director at Opera Gallery Dubai on why we collect at all, and how to get on this journey?
by Sylvain Gaillard
10 Mar 2025