Sultan bin Fahad on Memory, Nostalgia, and Saudi Arabia's Art Scene
Sultan bin Fahad, born in Riyad in 1971 and represented by Galleria ATHR, discusses his monumental exhibition at the Red Palace in Riyad, which is moving to another royal palace in Gedda in June. His work explores memory and nostalgia through found objects, video, photography, and installation, with key themes including the Gulf War, the holy economy of Mecca, and labor within the palace. He describes Saudi Arabia's art scene as flourishing, with strong government support and a mix of established and emerging artists. Bin Fahad is optimistic about the country's rapid development and its opening to the world, supporting the vision of the King and Crown Prince.
Key facts
- Sultan bin Fahad was born in Riyad in 1971.
- He works with Galleria ATHR in Riyad.
- His monumental exhibition at the Red Palace in Riyad is moving to a royal palace in Gedda in June.
- He started making exhibitions in 2005.
- His work uses found objects, video, photography, and installation.
- Key themes include the Gulf War, the holy economy of Mecca, and labor in the palace.
- He describes Saudi Arabia's art scene as flourishing with government support.
- A major public art initiative was recently announced in Saudi Arabia.
Entities
Artists
- Sultan bin Fahad
Institutions
- Galleria ATHR
- Red Palace
- Artribune
Locations
- Riyad
- Saudi Arabia
- Gedda
- Medina
- Sharjah
- Manama
- Mecca