

Yearning for Rain
Overview
Misk Art Institute (Riyad, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), presents the Solo Series; which aims to highlight pioneering Saudi artists who have played vital roles in shaping the local art scene. Each exhibition in this series offers a unique opportunity to delve deeply into the artistic journey of these influential figures, unraveling specific facets of their creative practice. Through the preservation of this artistic heritage, Misk Art Institute strives to develop a nuanced comprehension of the artists’ visual language and artistic aptitude.
Yousef Jaha has emerged as a prominent contemporary artist who contributed significantly to the Saudi art scene, leaving an indelible mark on the local art community. This exhibition catalog is a unique exploration of the artist’s dual fascination with his natural surroundings and the architectural tapestry that defines his environment. Yearning for Rain acts as a bridge between Jaha’s figurative work of urbanism and the layers of expressionist and lyrical abstraction.
Texts by: Basma Alshathry, Shadin Albulaihed, Madiha Sebbani, and Dr. Mohammad Filfilan
About the Authors
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.
Mohammad Filfilan
Dr. Mohammad Filfilan, Faculty member at Umm Al-Qura University, Visual Arts Researcher
Technical Details
- Publication Date:
- Friday, November 1, 2024
- Language:
- English and Arabic
- Format:
- Softcover
- Dimensions:
- 15.5 x 22 cm
- Weight:
- 0.5 kg
- ISBN:
- 978-614-8035-85-2
- Number of Pages:
- 96
- Publisher:
- Kaph Books
- Categories:
- Art Books