This year’s exciting calendar of events includes a diverse program of festivals, talks, workshops and initiatives.
Tuwaiq International Sculpture Symposium will consist of 20 sculptors from around the world coming together to produce a series of permanent public sculptures.
The entire creative process will be open and accessible to the public with a program of events visits and talks. The work will be exhibited for 5 days at the end of the Symposium before moving to various outdoor locations across the city.
Tuwaiq International Sculpture Symposium will consist of 20 sculptors from around the world coming together to produce a series of permanent public sculptures.
The entire creative process will be open and accessible to the public with a program of events visits and talks. The work will be exhibited for 5 days at the end of the Symposium before moving to various outdoor locations across the city.
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Mar
Thu
Light Upon Light: Light Art Since the 1960s (March 18 – June 12)
A landmark exhibition of light arts since the 1960s to present day.
Apr
Thu
Open Call: Tuwaiq International Sculpture Symposium
The Open Call for applications will begin on April 1 until May 7, 2021.
Apr
Thu
Virtual Tour
Visit Noor Riyadh from anywhere and anytime! Our virtual tours allow you to step in and explore one of the greatest exhibitions of light art, from the comfort of your home.
Apr
Mon
Light Upon Light Exhibition Guided Tours (Ramadan Times)
Guided Tours are designed for those with an interest in art, adult groups and artists, art professionals and university students.
Apr
Fri
Children’s ‘Lighthouse’ Workshop
Lighthouse asks us to think about how we relate to one another and the objects around us. What makes the connection? What is the effect of the electrical current on light? Participants use LED lights and batteries to create a circuit connecting them to the community.
Apr
Fri
Making Sculptural Lampshades Adult’s Workshop
The workshop builds on traditional methods of making baskets commonly seen in Asia and known as hex weaving and comprised of strips of paper and bambo. The end result will be creating unqiue lampshades (of vibrant colors) and basic understanding of 2D and 3D geometry and sculptural work
Apr
Sat
Children’s Sacred Geometry Miniature Exhibition Workshop
The core of this workshop is to use light as a tool to make and create a miniature exhibition inspired by sacred geometry. This workshop covers 3 interactions and practices with light including an educational introduction with fun facts, discussion, experimenting and creating.
May
Fri
Children’s ‘Lighthouse’ Workshop
Lighthouse asks us to think about how we relate to one another and the objects around us. What makes the connection? What is the effect of the electrical current on light? Participants use LED lights and batteries to create a circuit connecting them to the community.
May
Fri
Making Sculptural Lampshades Adult’s Workshop
The workshop builds on traditional methods of making baskets commonly seen in Asia and known as hex weaving and comprised of strips of paper and bambo. The end result will be creating unqiue lampshades (of vibrant colors) and basic understanding of 2D and 3D geometry and sculptural work
May
Sat
Children’s Sacred Geometry Miniature Exhibition Workshop
The core of this workshop is to use light as a tool to make and create a miniature exhibition inspired by sacred geometry. This workshop covers 3 interactions and practices with light including an educational introduction with fun facts, discussion, experimenting and creating.
May
Fri
Children’s ‘Lighthouse’ Workshop
Lighthouse asks us to think about how we relate to one another and the objects around us. What makes the connection? What is the effect of the electrical current on light? Participants use LED lights and batteries to create a circuit connecting them to the community.
May
Fri
Making Sculptural Lampshades Adult’s Workshop
The workshop builds on traditional methods of making baskets commonly seen in Asia and known as hex weaving and comprised of strips of paper and bambo. The end result will be creating unqiue lampshades (of vibrant colors) and basic understanding of 2D and 3D geometry and sculptural work
May
Sat
Children’s Sacred Geometry Miniature Exhibition Workshop
The core of this workshop is to use light as a tool to make and create a miniature exhibition inspired by sacred geometry. This workshop covers 3 interactions and practices with light including an educational introduction with fun facts, discussion, experimenting and creating.
May
Sat
‘Painting with the Sun’ Adult’s Workshop
The aim of this workshop is to introduce the concept and medium that is cyanotype to participants and help them explore its applications in photography and printmaking. Through this workshop participants will gain an understanding of the way light interacts with chemistry.
May
Sat
‘Painting with the Sun’ Adult’s Workshop
The aim of this workshop is to introduce the concept and medium that is cyanotype to participants and help them explore its applications in photography and printmaking. Through this workshop participants will gain an understanding of the way light interacts with chemistry.
Jun
Sat
‘Painting with the Sun’ Adult’s Workshop
The aim of this workshop is to introduce the concept and medium that is cyanotype to participants and help them explore its applications in photography and printmaking. Through this workshop participants will gain an understanding of the way light interacts with chemistry.
Noor Riyadh is a new citywide annual festival of light and art that nurtures creativity, promotes talent and delivers awe-inspiring experiences.
Launched on March 18 2021, Noor Riyadh is a project under Riyadh Art.
Riyadh Art’s ten programs and two festivals turn the city into a creative canvas, bringing public art to the spaces where people travel, work and play.
Explore NowBe a living part of this momentous initiative which is transforming the city of Riyadh into a gallery without walls, and a creative powerhouse for the digital age. Don’t miss out on volunteering for this once in a lifetime opportunity to help shape our creative city. Get inspired and inspire others!
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