Mohammed Alresayes: Between Forms
Overview
Mohammed Alresayes’s artistic practice is grounded in the architectural and cultural heritage of the Najd region of Saudi Arabia, where he was born and raised. Known for his flattened visual style, Alresayes reinterprets the built forms of his hometown. The twenty works featured in his solo exhibition Between Forms highlight key bodies of work that center on mud-brick houses, their central courtyards, and distinctive elements—drawing on a personal archive of memory and place—as well as scenes of traditional Bedouin life. His paintings serve as poignant reminders of the significance of local culture while also nurturing a sense of identity and continuity with his homeland.
With contributions by: Aram Alajaji, Nada Alaradi, Prof. Mojeb Alzahrani, 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:
- 978-614-8035-77-7
- Number of Pages:
- 72
- Publisher:
- Kaph Books