The five-day event, titled “Colorful Rhythms,” brought together more than 200 artworks at the Saudi Center for Fine Arts. More than 90 young Saudi artists from different backgrounds were able to showcase their work and techniques at this exhibition. Inaugurated by Mohammed Al-Subaih, director of the Saudi Arabian Society of Culture and Arts, in the presence of a large number of art figures, intellectuals, and diplomats. The exhibition is organized by the Golden Enamel Group, the exhibition is the largest artistic gathering in Jeddah.
Maher Al- Awlaqi, curator of the exhibition, said that the exhibition aims to showcase some of the best works by Saudi artists across the Kingdom.
“The artists used various techniques and themes to create extraordinary art. These artists come from various walks of life, from different art schools, and have their own different stories to tell through their artworks,” Al-Awlaqi added.
Guest of honor and former Saudi TV anchor Abdulaziz Al-Eid said: “As far as I know it is a unique art exhibition which gathers a large number of artists, and I really praise the organizers for their effort in bringing such names in one place to showcase their best work, which reflects the high level of art in Saudi Arabia.” Acclaimed painter and artist Maha Al-Enezi, with her piece titled “Hope,” is one of the 90 artists featured at the exhibition.
“I want to thank the organizing team for helping us display our artwork in such an exhibition. I really feel humbled and honored to be a part of yet another extraordinary event. I wish the best for all my fellow artists out there,” she told.
While for young artists such as Sara Abdullah Al-Qarni from Asir said that the exhibition was a great opportunity to showcase the artistic traditions of the southern part of the Kingdom through her abstract work.
She said: “I am excited to be participating in the largest exhibition of its kind and to be sharing the platform with an eclectic mix of artists showcasing their unique pieces of art.”