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Dr. Manal Al Harbi Associate Curator of Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025

Dr. Manal Alharbi’s journey into sculpture was shaped by a deep connection to clay. This passion led her to study sculpture before moving to Princess Nourah University, where she now teaches in the Art and Design Department. Dr AlHarbi explains…

Sebastian Betancur-Montoya Lead Curator of Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025

Sebastián Betancur-Montoya’s journey to becoming Lead Curator of Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025 didn’t happen overnight—it was the result of years of research, chance encounters, and a deep fascination with public art. His interest in Saudi Arabia began during his master’s at…

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025: A Global Celebration of Public Art in Riyadh

Tuwaiq Sculpture returned to Riyadh, gathering a diverse group of sculptors from around the world to create monumental artworks that will be permanently integrated into the city’s public spaces. As one of Saudi Arabia’s leading contemporary art initiatives, the symposium…

Dubai Shows this Month: Women Artists Reclaiming History & Memory

This month in Dubai, a series of thought-provoking exhibitions explore themes of memory, identity, borders, and the complexities of modern life through diverse mediums. Dilyara Kaipova, Hoda Tawakol, Sola Olulode, Shilpa Gupta, and Nada Baraka & Esraa Elfeky each offer…

I See You Brightest in the Dark, 2022. Photo Artur Weber

Being Muhannad Shono: I See You Brightest in the Dark

This article appeared in Being Muhannad Shono Issue #70 which delves into the world of Saudi artist Muhannad Shono, exploring his creative journey, artistic process, and global impact. Through visuals and an in-depth interview, it highlights Shono’s works that connect…

Absent Sky, ©Mario Guerra

Being Muhannad Shono: Absent Sky

This article appeared in Being Muhannad Shono Issue #70 which delves into the world of Saudi artist Muhannad Shono, exploring his creative journey, artistic process, and global impact. Through visuals and an in-depth interview, it highlights Shono’s works that connect…

A Song of Silence, 2022, 400 black palm stems. Photo ©️ Artur Weber.

Being Muhannad Shono: A Song of Silence

This article appeared in Being Muhannad Shono Issue #70 which delves into the world of Saudi artist Muhannad Shono, exploring his creative journey, artistic process, and global impact. Through visuals and an in-depth interview, it highlights Shono’s works that connect…

Hylozoic/Desires (Himali Singh Soin & David Soin Tappeser), The Hedge of Halomancy, 2025. Image courtesy of the artist

Sharjah Biennial 16 ‘to carry’

The Sharjah Biennial 16 (SB16), titled to carry features over 650 works by nearly 200 artists, including more than 200 new commissions. Curated by Alia Swastika, Amal Khalaf, Megan Tamati-Quennell, Natasha Ginwala, and Zeynep Öz, the Biennial explores the concept…

Christine Kettaneh, Who killed Beirute 1, 2020-2024

‘Currency of Decay’ by Christine Kettaneh at Galerie Janine Rubeiz

Lebanese artist Christine Kettaneh presents Currency of Decay, a solo exhibition at Galerie Janine Rubeiz, reflecting on the fragile state of life’s essentials—bread, currency, and home—within the context of ongoing crises. Born from a reality shaped by economic collapse, corruption,…

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