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Abdulrahman Alsoliman at Al Masmak Fortress: “Place of History’s Inscription”
Working with Abdulrahman Alsoliman , one of Saudi Arabia’s most respected modern artists, was a genuine highlight of this year’s Noor Riyadh Festival . His piece, Place of History’s Inscription , brings together expressive mark-making, layered symbolism and a deep connection to memory and land. Presenting this work at Al Masmak Fortress added an additional layer of significance that shaped every part of our creative and technical process. A meeting of past and present Al Mas

Claire Harkin
Nov 30, 20252 min read


Mohammed Farea at Murabba Palace: “Najd Icons”
Najd Icons at Murabba Historical Palace Honouring heritage through movement and light Working with Mohammed Farea ’s Najd Icons was one of the most distinctive parts of our time in the Historical Centre this year. His work draws deeply on the geometric rhythms, textures and patterns of Najdi architecture, and the installation at Murabba Palace created a striking dialogue between those traditional forms and contemporary digital expression. A collaborative animated interpre

Claire Harkin
Nov 26, 20252 min read


Safeya Binzager: “Scenes of a Matrimony” Reimagined in Light
Sefeya Binzager's artwork: Scenes from a Matrimony Working with the artwork of Safeya Binzager has been one of the most meaningful experiences of our involvement in this year’s Noor Riyadh Festival . Binzager’s contribution to Saudi art is immeasurable; her work documents and honours the traditions, narratives and emotional textures of Saudi women’s lives. Approaching her piece, Scenes of a Matrimony , required a sensitivity that matched the depth of her legacy. Honouring

Claire Harkin
Nov 25, 20252 min read


Noor Riyadh 2025: Creative collaboration at the heart of the Historical Centre
Mohammed Farea's artwork at Murabba Historical Palace Noor Riyadh opens this week, transforming the city with light, performance and public art on a remarkable scale. For us, it marks the culmination of many months of collaboration in the Historical Centre, working alongside artists, curators, technical specialists and production teams from across the world. Although each installation has its own story, the project as a whole has been shaped by a shared commitment to honour t

Claire Harkin
Nov 21, 20253 min read
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