Once again a Saudi has proven that they are a force to reckon with as they innovate and come up with sheer brilliant ways to promote culture and tradition while using contemporary art forms as a medium, showcasing resin art. These intricate pieces of art pay homage to not only the architecture but the spirituality that the city embodies and acts as an amalgam of modernism and traditional craftsmanship, resin art perfectly suits Madinah, a city bursting with historical and religious significance.
As a master in blending modern materials with culturally embedded factors, this artist does an impeccable job of fusing Madinah’s architectural finesse with its mesmerizing landscapes. These artworks sculpted into resin pay homage to Madinah’s rich heritage in the form of an iconic mosque and a plethora of ancient sites. In this day and age, it is crucial for Madinah to be showcased, cherished and its legacy preserved and with these artistic impressions being made that goal is being worked towards.
With resin, the artist can preserve fragile elements, so one-dimensional items and materials that belong to Madinah can be replicated in a more tangible form. She works with resin by layering it and molding it which allows depth and clarity in shades making the sculpture brilliantly vibrant which separates one sculpture from the other. This also ensures that certain details which are complex and might be lost are retained. The sculptor made of resin has great depth, but these elements also have meaning behind them, relating to the spirit and the culture of the Makkah. With such breadth, it reveals the artist’s intention to remedy the distance that exists between antiquity and modernity. It is an optimal way of paying respect to what it once was, but also what is to come, giving the chance for generations that come after to experience it through sight.
Collectors and art lovers in the region are already aware of the Saudi artist’s type of work. The artist seeks to seize Madinah’s landmarks restoring them as tiny masterpieces, thus shedding light on cultural preservation in this time especially. These sculptures made of resin are still popular as they blend traditional techniques with contemporary modern methods. With the increase in the artist’s reputation, the value of the work increases in scale. The sculptures extend beyond being mere pieces of art and serve as a fierce source of beauty and history of the Madinah. This expression helps preserve the legacy of the city while also taking Saudi art into a current discourse.