Award Winning Artist
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist
Benjamin Ibanda is an award-winning artist celebrated for his stunning images of supercars and luxury watches. With a degree in Business Administration and a career that has taken him from Uganda to Dubai, Benjamin has become a well-known name in the art world. His work stands out with bold colors, abstract designs, and deep emotional connections.
Benjamin's journey into art began with simple crayon sketches and grew as he experimented with different mediums during the COVID-19 lockdown. He has worked with major brands like Mercedes-Benz, De Bethune, and Emera Watches. For Etihad Airways, he was among the 20 artists chosen to represent the UAE by creating a unique artwork for their 20th anniversary. He has also collaborated with top supercar clubs in Dubai, including Group 63 and 25.55.
A significant moment in Benjamin's career was in 2023, when his art was featured at the Dubai International Horse Fair. His work was personally recognized by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, highlighting a major milestone in his artistic journey.
Additionally, Benjamin made history as the first-ever official artist to draw on a supercar during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024, marking the occasion of Lewis Hamilton's last race with Mercedes-Benz. This groundbreaking achievement further cemented his place at the intersection of art, luxury, and automotive excellence.
PROJECTS
In 2024, Benjamin became the first artist to create live artwork on a supercar at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi, blending art with motorsport luxury.
Exhibited at the Dubai International Boat Show in collaboration with Group 63, at the Dubai Harbour, 28 February - 3 March 2024.
Brand collaboration with Group 63 for the launch of the Laffite LM1 hypercar in Dubai, 14 December 2023.
Group Exhibition at Art Basel Miami with Gateway Miami, Florida, 6-8 December 2023.
Group Exhibition for Etihad airways 20th anniversary NFT Art Project, by Etihad Airways and Arcube, Abu Dhabi, 30 October 2023.
Exhibited and launched metaverse at GITEX GLOBAL in collaboration with Group 63, at Dubai World Trade Centre, 16 - 20 October 2023.
Exhibited at the Dubai International Horse Fair, 17-19 March 2023 at Dubai World Trade Centre where His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum recognised my work.
Brand Collaboration for Mercedes Benz GT series track day with Group 63, Dubai, 28 January 2023.
Brand collaboration with Group 63 for the launch of the Praga Bohema hyper car at The SpaceDxB in Dubai, December 2022.
Brand collaboration with Group 63 for custom artwork for the first ever Gumball 3000, Middle East Edition held in Dubai, 12 -20 November 2022. Created the first Nft artwork for Abaya Rally on 28th August 2022, at the Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi.
Brand collaboration with Group 63, Dubai, 9August 2022. Created the First NFT artwork drawn live at a Motor show (Kandura Rally) in Dubai Silicon Oasis on 2nd July, 2022.
Exhibited at the Vizmesh Exhibition at Times Square, New York, USA on 20th June, 2022.
Exhibited at Palazzo Merulana, Rome, Italy on 15th January, 2022.