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Wadi Hanifah serves as a key hub for Noor Riyadh 2024, transforming this historic natural landmark into a vibrant canvas for artistic exploration and cultural dialogue. The artworks displayed in this breathtaking valley reflect profound themes of humanity\u2019s connection to nature, sustainability, and the interplay of history and progress.
\nA Historical and Natural Gem
\nWadi Hanifah has long stood as a testament to the coexistence of urban development and environmental preservation. By featuring this iconic site as a festival hub, Noor Riyadh 2024 underscores the importance of protecting our natural heritage while fostering cultural innovation. Installations at Wadi Hanifah evoke sustainability and environmental issues, often highlighting our connection with the Earth.
\nThe valley\u2019s rich history and natural beauty provide a stunning backdrop for a diverse collection of light installations and sculptures by local and international artists, creating a shared space where visitors can reflect on environmental values and the evolving relationship between humans and the Earth.
\nFeatured Artworks and Artists
\nSaudi Artists:
\n\u2022 Fahad AlNaymah presents Mangiah, a luminous sculptural caravan of camels evoking the spirit of the desert and Saudi heritage.
\n\u2022 Saeed Gamhawi’s Ala Wath Al Nega features 21 illuminated pillars celebrating the unification of Saudi Arabia, symbolizing intergenerational connections.
\n\u2022 Hmoud Alattawi offers Energy of Vision, an interactive installation reflecting human effort in building civilizations, inspired by Riyadh\u2019s future landmarks.
\n\u2022 Nasser Al Turki\u2019s Journey to the Light takes viewers on a contemplative passage through a lit astrolabe-like structure, exploring spiritual enlightenment.
\n\u2022 Saad Al Howede reimagines the historic Trans-Arabian Pipeline with The Tapline, a conceptual light installation reflecting on our dependency on fossil fuels.
\nInternational Artists:
\n\u2022 Chris Levine (United Kingdom) presents Light is Love, an immersive light sculpture that uses optical illusions to deliver messages of love and unity.
\n\u2022 Daan Roosegaarde (The Netherlands) brings SPARK, a biodegradable light installation inspired by stars and fireflies, offering an eco-friendly reimagining of fireworks. SPARK runs until December 14, from 8pm to 12am.
\n\u2022 Quiet Ensemble (Italy) dazzles with Solar Dust, an audiovisual work transforming the valley into a celestial realm through light and holographic effects.
\nA Celebration of Culture and Sustainability
\nThe Wadi Hanifah hub at Noor Riyadh 2024 invites visitors to immerse themselves in a transformative experience that combines artistic brilliance with ecological awareness. By bridging tradition and modernity, these installations serve as a call to action to safeguard our environment while celebrating the beauty and resilience of nature and humanity.
\nNoor Riyadh launched on November 28 and runs until December 14, with Wadi Hanifah, King Abdulaziz Historical Center, and JAX District (the festival\u2019s main hub) hosting exceptional artworks and events. The festival culminates in a reflection on light\u2019s symbolic power to unite, inspire, and illuminate.<\/p>\n
Join us at Wadi Hanifah to experience an extraordinary journey through light, art, and culture at Noor Riyadh festival, open daily from 6 pm to 1 am.
\nArtist
\nCountry
\nArtwork title, year
\nHub
\n05.10 Studio
\nSaudi Arabia
\nIlluminated Souls
\nWadi Hanifah
\nAnna Ridler
\nUnited Kingdom
\nCircadian Nocturne
\nWadi Hanifah
\nAtelier Sisu
\nAustralia (the studio)
\nPeru (Renzo B. Larriviere)
\nAustralia (Zara Pasfield)
\nEvanescent
\nWadi Hanifah
\nChris Levine
\nUnited Kingdom
\nLight is Love
\nWadi Hanifah
\nDaan Roosegaarde
\nNetherlands
\nSPARK
\nWadi Hanifah
\nEbtesam Saleh
\nSaudi Arabia
\nShabbah
\nWadi Hanifah
\nFahad Al Naymah
\nSaudi Arabia
\nMangiah
\nWadi Hanifah
\nHashel Al Lamki
\nUnited Arab Emirates
\nBronze
\nWadi Hanifah
\nHmoud Alattawi
\nSaudi Arabia
\nEnergy of Vision
\nWadi Hanifah
\nKimchi and Chips
\nSouth Korea and United Kingdom
\nAnother Moon
\nWadi Hanifah
\nKsawery Komputery
\nPoland
\nFLUX
\nWadi Hanifah
\nLachlan Turczan
\nUnited States
\nAldwa Alsael
\nWadi Hanifah
\nNasser Al Turki
\nSaudi Arabia
\nJourney to the Light
\nWadi Hanifah
\nQuiet Ensemble
\nItaly
\nSolar Dust
\nWadi Hanifah
\nRomain Tardy
\nFrance
\nThe Great Indecision Council
\nWadi Hanifah
\nSaad Al Howede
\nSaudi Arabia
\nThe Tapline
\nWadi Hanifah
\nSaeed Gamhawi
\nSaudi Arabia
\nAla Wath Al Nega
\nWadi Hanifah
\nStanza
\nUnited Kingdom
\nOut of Breath: A-Life Support Machine
\nWadi Hanifah
\nStefano Cagol
\nItaly
\nNajm
\nWadi Hanifah
\nTHIRD SPACE* Studio
\nUnited Kingdom and Saudi Arabia
\nFrom East to West and North to South
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