HUDA, TAIF, GHALIA, NOOF, SHAMSA, AND SHAMMA’S IDEA: ARTSPOTTER: A Simple and Engaging App to Discover Hidden Art Around the World
+ What is your name?
ArtSpotter
+ Are you submitting as a team or as an individual?
(not specified — appears to be individual submission)
+ Where are you located?
Abu Dhabi Women’s Campus (ADW)
+ In one sentence, tell us about your idea.
ArtSpotter is a simple and engaging app that helps people discover hidden art like murals, street art, and sculptures near popular landmarks by sending notifications with fun facts and stories when they walk nearby, making art more enjoyable and helping support local artists.
+ Describe your ideal collaborative partner or partners.
Our ideal collaborative partners would be local art communities, tourism departments, and technology developers who are passionate about promoting hidden art, enhancing cultural tourism, and supporting local artists through technology.
+ What is the most immediate or most pressing challenge you're facing right now?
The most pressing challenge is finding the right partners who understand both technology and the art community, especially someone who can help develop the app and connect us with local artists or tourism boards to bring the idea to life.
+ What is it about your idea that makes you feel good?
Our idea helps people enjoy art in a fun and easy way, while also supporting local artists and giving hidden artworks the attention they deserve.
+ What makes your idea innovative? Why has no one ever done it before?
ArtSpotter is innovative because it’s the first app focused on discovering hidden art in public spaces, like murals and sculptures. Unlike other apps that focus on galleries, ArtSpotter highlights local, everyday art and shares stories behind them, making art more accessible and engaging. No one has created an app specifically for this hidden art experience before.
+ Who will benefit the most from your idea?
ArtSpotter benefits art lovers, tourists, local artists, communities, and cities. Art lovers can discover hidden spots, while tourists explore local art in new places. Local artists get more exposure, and communities can appreciate art in their neighborhoods. Cities also gain from increased tourism and cultural pride.
+ At Sigmund, we are interested in ideas at the intersection of People, Planet, and Profit. How does your idea support these three categories?
People: Helps people discover and learn about local art while supporting artists.
Planet: Encourages walking and highlights eco-friendly art.
Profit: Helps artists earn money and creates business opportunities.
+ Ideally, when would you launch this idea?
In a year
+ Indicate which UN goals your idea relates to?
Quality Education
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Partnerships to achieve the Goal