Exclusive Dubai Launch of Contemporary Kingdom: The Saudi Art Scene Now This in-depth publication presents key individuals, initiatives and defining moments in the Contemporary Saudi art scene that have led to the rise and appreciation of art from the Kingdom on a global scale Following a successful inauguration during the debut of the ‘21,39’ Jeddah Arts initiative, (February 4-8, 2014), Contemporary Kingdom launches in Dubai during the eighth edition of Art Dubai (March 19-22, 2014) on Wednesday March 19 at 5pm at the Art Dubai Modern Terrace. Canvas magazine Editor Myrna Ayad with art patron Faisal Tamer and Saudi artist Manal Al-Dowayan will host a panel discussion touching on various aspects of the book.The 360-page hardcover book, edited by Myrna Ayad, includes a foreword by HRH Princess Jawaher Bint Majed Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, President of the Al-Mansouria Foundation, and contributions from art world specialists including Chris Dercon, Director, Tate Modern; Mona Khazindar, Director General, Institut du Monde Arabe, and Venetia Porter, Assistant Keeper, Department of the Middle East, The British Museum. Mohammed Hafiz, Co-founder, Athr Gallery; patrons Sara Ali Reza and Faisal Tamer, Stephen Stapleton, Co-founder, Edge of Arabia and Maryam Beydoun, independent curator and art advisor additionally contribute with essays on identifiable themes.“The response the book received in Jeddah was overwhelming, in addition to online purchases by reputed museums, cultural institutions and protagonists alike. This further demonstrates the appreciation of culture and innovative artistic practices in Saudi Arabia,” says Myrna Ayad, Editor of Contemporary Kingdom: The Saudi Art Scene Now. “This book, which took three years to complete, perfectly presents the Contemporary art practices that Saudi Arabia is generating. We are very proud to have been able to be a part of this exciting time in the Kingdom’s cultural history.”Produced by regional leading publishing house in Dubai Canvas Central, Contemporary Kingdom: The Saudi Art Scene Now illustrates the growth of the Saudi art market, the artists, galleries, educational programmes and public institutions, in addition to the patronage system and the rise of a new generation of young collectors. Contemporary Kingdom: The Saudi Art Scene Now is graciously sponsored by Vacheron Constantin and HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA.
Posted on: Sat, 15 Mar 2014 06:00:24 +0000