Khaleel Hassan Khaleel: The Whisper of Dreams
Overview
Khaleel Hassan Khaleel, a pioneering figure in Saudi art history from Jizan on the Red Sea coast, has forged a distinctive style that blends surrealist elements, symbolism, and cultural heritage. Over five decades, he developed a unique artistic philosophy he terms “Dreamism,” which draws upon personal and local narratives as a powerful driving force. His solo exhibition, The Whisper of Dreams at Misk Art Institute, Riyadh, features thirty-seven paintings, drawings, and preparatory works that invite viewers into a dreamlike realm where reality and imagination blur.
With contributions by: Cecilia Ruggeri, Shadin Albulaihed, Ali Almajnooni, Basma Alshathry
About the Author
Basma Alshathry
Basma Alshathry, Chief Curator at the Misk Art Institute, has a BA in Art History from the American University in Paris and an MA in History of Decorative Arts and Curatorial Studies from Parsons Paris, the New School. She spearheads various curatorial projects, including the prestigious Misk Art Grant and The Art Library series of publications, which focus on significant Arab artists. Basma’s passion lies in making a social impact through the arts, and her academic research has revolved around topics such as community building and social engagement. Her work primarily involves delving into Saudi art history, documenting its rich history, and providing support to emerging artists. Basma AlShathry’s curatorial accomplishments include her recent curation of the “Echoing the Land” exhibition in Riyadh, and her successful management of the Saudi National Pavilion at the Venice Biennale in 2019.
Technical Details
- Publication Date:
- Saturday, May 31, 2025
- Language:
- English & Arabic
- Format:
- Softcover
- Dimensions:
- 15.5 x 22 cm
- Weight:
- 0.5 kg
- ISBN:
- 978-614-8035-76-0
- Number of Pages:
- 80
- Publisher:
- Kaph Books