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Arab News
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Saudi Information Minister: 250,000 pilgrims have arrived through Makkah Route Initiative
Mexican artist displays Saudi and Mexican culture in 'Tiny Homes' RIYADH: Mexican artist Erika Place has been living in Riyadh for 14 years and through her work highlights key elements of Saudi and Mexican culture. In her pieces created using recycled materials, Place combines key elements of both cultures including Mexican-inspired colors, architecture and major Saudi landmarks such as the Kingdom and Faisaliah towers. 'It is in Saudi Arabia that I got inspired,' Place told Arab News at her recent exhibition 'Tiny Homes,' hosted at the Mexican ambassador's residence in Riyadh. 'I have been here 14 years and I consider this place my home, and I feel at home. I do miss Mexico but I don't feel that I am not home here,' she said. Born in Guadalajara, Place moved to Europe at a young age. She always had a passion for art but never realized her talents until later in life when she moved to Saudi Arabia with her husband in 2012. In the Kingdom Place's artistic vision was realised, and she began to draw inspiration from the country's landscapes, architecture and people. 'I made this my home and the experience has been beautiful,' she told Arab News. Mexico's ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Anibal Gomez-Toledo, hosted the exhibition and gave his perspective on Place's art. 'She is a self-taught artist, and what she has been doing is incredible. After many years of practice and discipline, the outcome is noteworthy,' Gomez-Toledo said. In her art, Place takes discarded small boxes and turns them into tiny homes and tiny villages, repurposing materials that would have otherwise end up in a landfill. Place believes that this is her way to help the environment, by reducing waste and giving new purpose to products that can still be useful. She takes these recycled materials, paints them, and gives them a new life that reflects Saudi landscapes and culture through the bright and vibrant colors of Mexico. 'For me the Mexican touch is the colors. In Mexico, we have colors everywhere, the Mexican touch is putting colors in my paintings,' Place said. During his remarks, the Gomez-Toledo said: 'Generally speaking, after using something, you throw it away and forget about it. However, can you imagine how many tonnes of waste there are worldwide?' Gomez-Toledo underlined that, according to the World Bank, as of 2020 there were 2.24 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste generated annually and that by 2050, global waste generation is expected to reach 3.4 billion tonnes a year. 'The global production of paper and cardboard waste is over 400 million tonnes annually, paper and cardboard are the materials Erika has used to create tiny homes,' he said. In her works, Place also depicts scenes of Saudi life, portraying people dressed in traditional thobes and abayas. Through her art, Place invites visitors to explore the diversity of Saudi Arabia through the tiny cardboard homes she creates.
Arab News
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Mexican artist displays Saudi and Mexican culture in ‘Tiny Homes'
RIYADH: Mexican artist Erika Place has been living in Riyadh for 14 years and through her work highlights key elements of Saudi and Mexican culture. In her pieces created using recycled materials, Place combines key elements of both cultures including Mexican-inspired colors, architecture and major Saudi landmarks such as the Kingdom and Faisaliah towers. 'It is in Saudi Arabia that I got inspired,' Place told Arab News at her recent exhibition 'Tiny Homes,' hosted at the Mexican ambassador's residence in Riyadh. 'I have been here 14 years and I consider this place my home, and I feel at home. I do miss Mexico but I don't feel that I am not home here,' she said. Born in Guadalajara, Place moved to Europe at a young age. She always had a passion for art but never realized her talents until later in life when she moved to Saudi Arabia with her husband in 2012. In the Kingdom Place's artistic vision was realised, and she began to draw inspiration from the country's landscapes, architecture and people. 'I made this my home and the experience has been beautiful,' she told Arab News. Mexico's ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Anibal Gomez-Toledo, hosted the exhibition and gave his perspective on Place's art. 'She is a self-taught artist, and what she has been doing is incredible. After many years of practice and discipline, the outcome is noteworthy,' Gomez-Toledo said. In her art, Place takes discarded small boxes and turns them into tiny homes and tiny villages, repurposing materials that would have otherwise end up in a landfill. Place believes that this is her way to help the environment, by reducing waste and giving new purpose to products that can still be useful. She takes these recycled materials, paints them, and gives them a new life that reflects Saudi landscapes and culture through the bright and vibrant colors of Mexico. 'For me the Mexican touch is the colors. In Mexico, we have colors everywhere, the Mexican touch is putting colors in my paintings,' Place said. During his remarks, the Gomez-Toledo said: 'Generally speaking, after using something, you throw it away and forget about it. However, can you imagine how many tonnes of waste there are worldwide?' Gomez-Toledo underlined that, according to the World Bank, as of 2020 there were 2.24 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste generated annually and that by 2050, global waste generation is expected to reach 3.4 billion tonnes a year. 'The global production of paper and cardboard waste is over 400 million tonnes annually, paper and cardboard are the materials Erika has used to create tiny homes,' he said. In her works, Place also depicts scenes of Saudi life, portraying people dressed in traditional thobes and abayas. Through her art, Place invites visitors to explore the diversity of Saudi Arabia through the tiny cardboard homes she creates.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Comedian Brad Williams to return to Sioux City
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Comedian Brad Williams will be returning to Sioux City in the spring of 2026. Williams will appear at the Orpheum Theatre on April 9, 2026 at 7 p.m. as part of his 'The Tall Tales Tour,' according to a release from Oak View Group, the management group of the Orpheum Theatre. Williams is one of the most in-demand comedians after having started stand-up comedy as a teenager and routinely selling out venues across the world. 'His high energy live performances frequently produce standing ovations from audience members, which prompted the late Robin Williams to call him 'Prozac with a head,'' the release states. Crittenton Center receives AIA Iowa Impact Award for Tiny Homes Williams has performed stand-up on many television shows, including The Tonight Show, Dave Attell's Comedy Underground, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. He's also had multiple comedy specials, the first being Fun Size on Show Time and then another a year later called Daddy Issues. His latest special, 'The Degenerates,' is on Netflix. He has also acted and co-hosts a successful podcast called 'About Last Night.' Tickets for Williams' performance go on sale Friday, May 2 at 10 a.m. Tickets can be bought at the Primebank Box Office at the Tyson Events Center or online at the Orpheum Theatre's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Crittenton Center receives AIA Iowa Impact Award for Tiny Homes
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCUA) — The Crittenton Center was honored with the AIA Iowa Impact Award for their Tiny Homes project. According to a release from the Crittenton Center, they received the award on April 24. The Impact Award goes to architectural projects that help serve social, humanitarian, community, or environmental causes, according to the release. The Center said that they received the award for their unique and compassionate approach to addressing the needs of vulnerable young adults who are transitioning out of foster care into adult life. 'These homes are more than just shelter- they're a foundation for hope, stability, and independence,' said Kim Scorza, CEO of Crittenton Center. 'We are deeply honored that AIA Iowa has recognized the impact of this project, which reflects the power of design to change lives and strengthen our community.' 2025 Sioux City Farmers Market opening with day of festivities 'Working with the kids and the Crittenton team has awakened us even further to how architects can be community activists. This has been one of the most rewarding projects we've been a part of, and we're excited to see it be recognized for its impact.'- Nathan Kalaher, PLaN Architecture. The Tiny Homes offer a safe place for youth who could face homelessness upon aging out of foster care to live. The project also helps build a community and foster a sense of belonging for the residents. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
