"Tuwaiq Sculpture began in 2019. In 2020, it was incorporated into a broader cultural development framework. At that stage, we began thinking about how to evolve the program further and implement it more effectively. The idea of launching an open call emerged from this process. We wanted the project to be more inclusive and to reach artists from around the world, rather than focusing on specific established names."
"In terms of its nature, the project operates on two levels. The artworks created during the symposium are permanently relocated across Riyadh. At the same time, we strategically select locations throughout the city to ensure the sculptures contribute meaningfully to urban development and public engagement with contemporary art."
The Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium, directed by Sarah Alruwayti, represents a pivotal cultural initiative within Riyadh Art, one of Saudi Arabia's four mega projects under Vision 2030. Launched in 2019 and expanded in 2020, the symposium has convened more than 120 international sculptors across six editions. The program operates on two levels: artists create works during the symposium that are permanently installed throughout Riyadh's expanding urban landscape. The initiative evolved from focusing on established names to implementing an open call system, making it more inclusive and accessible to artists worldwide. This strategic approach integrates public art into the city's development while reshaping its skyline through carefully selected permanent installations.
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