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Saudi Gazette
07-04-2025
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Ithra to showcase its art collection at Riyadh Art Week
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) is participating in the inaugural edition of Riyadh Art Week, organized by the Visual Arts Commission. The event, which kicked off on Sunday, will run until April 13 in the Jax District and Al-Mousa Center, in addition to other locations across Riyadh. During Riyadh Art Week, Ithra Center is presenting a selection of 15 important artworks from its museum collection, titled "Landscapes and Memory," as part of the event's invited collections exhibition, "Collections in Dialogue," in the JAX area. The exhibition highlights a rich and diverse range of artistic practices and cultural expressions, featuring works by local and international artists, sculptures, paintings, and installations, offering a captivating glimpse into Ithra's precious art collection. The exhibition also includes works by distinguished artists, including 'Knowledge Excavations' by Saudi artist and filmmaker Mohammed Al Faraj (2022), 'Oil Candy' by Maha Malluh (Saudi Arabia -- 2019), and three works by American artist Gregory Mahoney: 'Sea Land' (1991), 'Five Gallons / Five Oceans' (1995), and 'The End of the World' (1993). Also on display are: Screens (2005) by South Korean artist Do Ho Soo, three photographs by Saudi photographer Moath Al-Awfi, The Scene (2019), I Am the One (2019), and The Family (2019), in addition to Figure in Communication by Italian artist Michelangelo Pistoletto (2019), Who Am I? by Lebanese calligrapher Jumana Medlej (2015), and Sultan bin Fahd 1440 (2016) by Saudi Artist Sultan bin Fahd. Tornado by Palestinian sculptor Abdulrahman Qatanani (2020), The Place Is Mine, Series 3 by Palestinian artist Hazem Harb (2019), and Burning by Egyptian painter and sculptor Moataz Nasr (2019) are part of the exhibition. The exhibition offers a glimpse into Ithra's diverse collection, highlighting its diversity and celebrating the vibrancy of contemporary art. 'Ithra's participation in Riyadh Arts Week is an opportunity to celebrate creative expression and embrace diverse artistic and cultural perspectives,' said Farah Abu Shalih, Director of Ithra Museum. 'Ithra is also an opportunity to share a glimpse into Ithra Museum and its rich art collection.'
Saudi Gazette
06-04-2025
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Riyadh Art Week launches with over 50 galleries showcasing global artistic dialogue
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The inaugural edition of Riyadh Art Week, themed 'On the Edge of the Horizon,' has officially launched with the participation of over 50 local, regional, and international galleries. The event, organized by the Visual Arts Commission, brings together more than 240 artists and over 500 artworks, highlighting Saudi Arabia's evolving role in the global art scene. Riyadh Art Week aims to support and empower artists, foster cultural exchange, and promote creative diversity through a non-commercial platform rooted in contemporary artistic expression. Princess Adwa bint Abdullah, Chairwoman of Riyadh Art Week, said the initiative embodies 'the spirit of communication between artists' and celebrates the participation of Saudi creatives featured in international galleries. 'It is remarkable to see the event hosting more than 50 galleries and over 500 artworks, representing local and international experiences,' she added. Dina Amin, CEO of the Visual Arts Commission, emphasized the importance of Riyadh Art Week as a milestone in developing the arts sector. 'This platform strengthens Saudi Arabia's cultural infrastructure and showcases our artistic talent on the global stage,' she said. Held across various venues in Riyadh, the event's centerpiece is in the Jax District, which features a major exhibition structured around three central themes: daily life, landscapes, and ornaments. Al-Mousa Center hosts additional solo and group shows, while invited institutions including the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra), Art Jameel, and the Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG) are also holding curated exhibitions. Riyadh Art Week is part of the Visual Arts Commission's strategic initiatives to strengthen the visual arts sector in the Kingdom, empower Saudi artists, and amplify the country's cultural footprint globally.
