RIYADH: The fifth annual Tuwaiq Sculpture symposium will be held under the theme “Dimensions of Movement” from Jan. 14 to Feb. 24.
Visitors can see 30 sculptors working on their projects or visit the final exhibition from Feb. 12-24.
Sarah Alruwayti, Tuwaiq Sculpture director, Royal Commission for Riyadh City, said the symposium, now in its fifth edition, has become a significant international event on the global sculpting calendar.
“This year, we have made substantial progress toward delivering on the goals of Vision 2030, with the inclusion of 10 Saudi artists who will be joined by 19 international sculptors, and the involvement of Dr. Fahad Aljebreen, the first Saudi assistant curator for Tuwaiq Sculpture.”
Led by curator Marek Wolynski and associate curator Fahad Aljebreen, 30 local and international artists will produce large-scale sculptures exploring the notions of progress, expansion, and accelerated advancements of modern society under the year’s theme “Dimensions of Movement.”
After the exhibition, the works will be installed across Riyadh.
The artists will begin sculpting on granite from Jan. 14. Visitors will be able to see the works from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Sundays.
Tuwaiq Sculpture will also be accompanied by a public program of workshops and other activities at ROSHN Front. These will include 15 panel discussions, masterclasses, and over 30 workshops for beginners and intermediate levels.
Featured activities include a welding and metal sculpting workshop by Saddek Wasil, and a chair-making workshop by Amr Abuzaid. The site will welcome 20 local school and university visits throughout the festival.
Tuwaiq Sculpture is an initiative under Riyadh Art, the project behind the city’s art and light festival, which aims to turn the Saudi capital into a “gallery without walls.” Since its launch in 2019, Tuwaiq Sculpture has welcomed thousands of visitors, and worked with 120 local and international artists.
Tuwaiq Sculpture symposium returns with packed program, live sculpting
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Tuwaiq Sculpture symposium returns with packed program, live sculpting
- Visitors can see 30 sculptors working on their projects, or visit the final exhibition from Feb. 12-24
- The artists will begin sculpting on granite from Jan. 14
Makkah expo strengthens regional trade ties
MAKKAH: The Arab and Global Expo, which is organized by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, features a Saudi pavilion that has drawn strong interest from visitors due to the diversity of its displays and the quality of the national products showcased.
This year’s pavilion highlights the rapid development of the Kingdom’s industrial and production sectors and their growing competitiveness at regional and global levels, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The pavilion presents products from several national companies and entrepreneurs, including food items, technological solutions, handicrafts, and heritage industries, along with innovative projects by young Saudis seeking wider markets.
The pavilion has received widespread praise from Arab and international delegations. They have commended the organization, quality, and diversity of products, viewing Saudi efforts to support the local economy and empower the private sector as providing an inspiring regional model.
The Iranian pavilion at the expo also showcases a wide range of Iranian industries across various sectors, and has attracted large numbers of visitors interested in international products.
It features numerous items — including food products, spices, sweets, nuts, textiles, leather goods, handicrafts, and handmade items — which represent Iranian heritage.
The Iranian pavilion’s participation aims to strengthen trade relations with the Saudi and Gulf markets and open new channels for economic cooperation, the SPA reported.
Industries from the Syrian Arab Republic have also made a notable appearance at the expo. The Syrian pavilion has drawn visitors by showcasing various industries, including food products, handicrafts, textiles, and other Syrian goods.
Exhibitors have noted that their participation is a key step in revitalizing Syrian exports and expanding trade partnerships across Gulf and Arab markets to connect with potential importers and distributors.
The expo, which runs until Dec. 12 and brings together dozens of participants from Arab and international countries, aims to enhance commercial integration among nations and open new channels of cooperation.
It also provides a platform for showcasing innovative products and projects, enabling entrepreneurs to build sustainable partnerships and access new marketing opportunities.
