The launch of the ninth edition of “MiSK Arts Week”… Here are the most important events

The “The eventThe Art and Design Market, which displays the works of a number of artists and designers, and gives visitors the opportunity to learn about distinctive pieces of art, communicate directly with creative talents, and live in a renewed artistic experience that celebrates artistic expression.

Reem Al-Sultan, CEO of the “Misk Arts” Institute, said: “For 9 years, Misk Arts Week has been one of the most important creative platforms that brings the artist together with society to celebrate his achievements and opportunities for direct interaction with art, as it attracts This year’s edition, with the support of our partners, will reach a wider segment of artists and visitors.

She added: “Through this vital platform, artists find a space to display their creativity while the audience enjoys a broader experience of contemplation, experimentation and creativity."Stressing that building an open environment in which artistic expression grows consolidates the vision of the Misk Arts Institute in creating a prosperous creative society, opens the way for everyone to benefit from the arts, and supports the evolving artistic scene in Saudi Arabia and abroad.

Misk Arts Week 2025 comes with the support of partners representing various sectors, as the National Bank of Saudi Arabia, as the main partner, embodies its commitment to sustainability, through its support of community empowerment initiatives and cultural programs that Enhance pride in national identity. The support partners, led by Al Arabiya Outdoor Advertising Company, also contribute to harnessing their platforms to enhance the advertising campaign for the week, and Vision for Investment, to support national cultural and artistic initiatives that serve long-term development paths. A number of contributing partners are also participating, including Flynas, as the official air carrier, and the Dr. Sulaiman Al-Habib Medical, as the health partner of the event.

As a supporting partner of Misk Arts Week, the Year of Handicrafts initiative comes, and the integrated efforts between the Ministry of Culture, the Misk Arts Institute and the Heritage Authority, to shed light on Saudi handicrafts and present them in contemporary experiences, by including the year’s activities in Misk Arts Week, nominating a number of licensed craftsmen and allocating them corners in the art and design market, the art book exhibition, and public programs, which contributes to empowering Saudi craftsmen and supporting Their production and promotion of the Year of Handicrafts.

Since its launch in 2017, Misk Arts Week has established its position as a leading platform to support creativity and celebrate art and artists as ambassadors for their communities in a practical embodiment of the “Misk Arts Institute” commitment to building a vibrant and renewed creative society, and by expanding the circle of partnerships and presenting a rich and diverse cultural program, this year’s edition contributes to deepening artistic and cultural participation, supporting the development of a prosperous creative community and making art available. For everyone.

With the rapid expansion witnessed by the countries of the Arabian Gulf and the transformation of their urban features, these urban environments turn into a space of contemplation for artists, as they interact with the tension between modernity and tradition, and through them, they reformulate questions of identity and belonging with contemporary visions.

The “Art Across the Arabian Gulf” exhibition comes to evoke the roots of modern Gulf art, celebrating a generation whose creativity contributed to shaping the cultural landscape of the region over decades, and whose influence continues Extending until today.

Through more than 150 artistic works presented by more than 70 artists, the exhibition invites its visitors to restore their connection to the spaces and landscapes that shaped the features of life in Gulf societies, generation after generation.

The “Zarf Makan” exhibition provides a deep artistic reading into the established relationship between man and the natural elements surrounding him, which are the land, sea, and sky. The exhibition is divided into three main axes: “Darkness,” “Daytime,” and “Magic,” and includes works by more than 20 artists residing in the Arab Gulf countries, through which they explore issues of climate change, cultural memory, and experiences of recovery.

With sensual artistic works, the exhibition invites its visitors To slow down, listen to the neighborhood, and reconsider how our relationship with the natural world around us is shaped.

Abdulkarim Qasim (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Abdul Mohsen Al bin Ali (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Abdullah Buhiji (Kingdom of Bahrain), Abdullah Al-Othman (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Ahed Al-Amoudi (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Alia bint Ahmed (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Amna Al-Baker (Qatar), Adoub Al-Busaili (Kuwait), Bodour Al-Riyami (Sultanate of Oman), Fatima Abdul Hadi (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Hashel Al-Lamki (United Arab Emirates), Khalid Bin Afif (Yemen/Saudi Arabia), Maryam Al-Naimi (Kingdom of Bahrain), Mashael Al-Saei (Kingdom of Bahrain), Muhammad Al-Faraj (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Nahla Al-Tabbaa (Jordan/United Arab Emirates), Nasser Al-Salem (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Rawan Al-Salem (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Raya Qaissiyeh (Palestine), Sarah Al-Ghashyan (Kingdom of Arabia). Saudi Arabia”, Zahra Al-Ghamdi “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia”.

Standing at the edge of knowledge is an acknowledgment that we are in constant motion, and our identities are shaped by our experiences, history, and environments, and by the secrets that remain outside the scope of our awareness. The “On the Edge of Knowledge” program brings together 12 artists in a three-month research artistic residency, during which they delve into the areas between perception, memory, and reality.

This residency is organized in cooperation with the Banque Saudi Fransi (BSF), and the program concludes with a “Works Show” event during “Misk Arts Week,” giving visitors a direct window into the artists’ shifting creative paths.

The list of names participating in this year’s exhibition includes: Ahmed Haddad, Al-Hassan Angawi, Alyona Volkova, Asma Al-Sharahi, Fabio D’Artizio, Joud Fahmy, Lulu Al-Ghafili, Marko Conti-Sekic, Ghafar Rzayev, Sarah Al-Idrissi, Shaden Hisham,. Shi Ning

The Art and Design Market presents a new vision of the traditional market, as it transforms into a vibrant creative space that embraces the works of more than 90 creators. This market provides a platform for the creative community to explore, interact with, display and sell artworks at the same time. Through this meeting between art and commerce, innovation is enhanced and creativity is celebrated, while visitors experience inspiring experiences that connect artists with the public and bring art closer to being accessible to everyone.

Misk Arts Week 2025 offers applied artistic experiences that allow participants to explore multiple creative methods and engage directly in the process of producing artwork. The artistic workshops are led by a group of artists, introducing participants to a range of techniques and materials, within a supportive environment that encourages them to experiment with confidence and discover new horizons of creativity. Practical sessions extend to include various artistic practices such as multimedia, assemblage, knitting, applique making, and oil painting.

Misk Arts Week 2025 allocates space to launch an educational initiative aimed at strengthening future generations’ connection to arts and culture, and opening horizons for their creative expression, through knowledge tours and educational activities held within the week’s activities.

The initiative aims to receive more than 600 male and female students. The week also allocates space to display artwork resulting from the school visits program, documenting students’ creative contributions within the activities of Misk Arts Week.

Misk Arts Week offers more than 75 educational programs that provide easy approaches to learning and creative exploration. These programs include applied workshops, advanced courses, and activities to develop skills in the fields of photography, visual arts, and other creative disciplines, in a way that meets the needs of diverse segments of participants.

One-on-one mentoring sessions provide an opportunity for young artists to gain specialized guidance and develop their projects. These programs are designed to nurture emerging talents and enhance public interaction with the arts, as they provide participants at all levels with a space to experiment, learn, and communicate with the arts within a supportive and stimulating environment.

At the Arts Library, the third edition of the Art Books Exhibition brings together eight “art booklets,” from 12 local, regional and international publishers specializing in Arab arts and culture. This vibrant, creative space will present new book releases and host exclusive signing events..

Art Fair 2025 hosts nine galleries from across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Visitors will enjoy a vibrant, accessible space to discover new visions, discover collectible works, and interact with artists who are shaping today’s creative landscape.

Galleries participating in the exhibition include Abstract Arts, Saba’a Wet Art, Dawi Gallery, Eram Art Gallery, Hafez Gallery, Marsami Art Gallery, Mono Gallery, Synergy Art Hub, and Red Art Gallery.