About the Initiative
While the current social distancing measures inevitably present difficulties to us all, this historic moment provides an unprecedented opportunity to pause and reflect, allowing us to seek inspiration from our collective and individual experiences and express them through art. As part of the Ministry of Culture’s commitment to supporting artists during this time, and in line with protective measures implemented as part of the Kingdom’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, the Ministry of Culture invites artists to creatively express their experiences by submitting artwork to be considered for inclusion in the second edition of “From Within” contemporary art exhibition. The Ministry of Culture is inviting artists to look beyond traditional methods and to use innovative techniques to produce artwork from within their homes.
About 'From Within' exhibition
Following the successful first edition of “From Within” held by the Ministry of Culture at Jax 01, Ad-Diriyah in December 2019, the second edition aims to encourage artistic expression during the pandemic. The pandemic has affected us all, with no sector untouched. However, the visual arts sector has been particularly affected by social distancing measures. Through this exhibition, the Ministry of Culture is supporting creativity in adversity by providing opportunities for artists to continue to produce and exhibit their artwork.
Objectives
Enriching the visual arts sector.
Encouraging artists to use all available resources in line with rules and regulations.
Documenting the current period through art.
Inspiring creativity while social distancing measures are in place.
Initiative Stages
Initiative's Guidelines
Participation Rules
All submissions must have been created since social distancing measures were applied.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
The platform is open to Saudis and non-Saudis.
The platform is open to individual artists or groups; only one submission will be permitted per individual or group.
Applicants must attach a biography inclusive of the following details: city and date of birth, education, and artistic achievements or qualifications.
All submissions must be accompanied by an artist statement, including a brief of the artwork and the message behind it, measurements of the artwork in terms of dimensions and weight (50-100 words).
The art work must be sustainable.
If applicable, applicants must include any related research conducted as part of the creative process.
If applicable, applicants must attach a portfolio of previous artwork.
Applicants must include documentation of the creative process (e.g., photographs of the artist preparing for or creating the artwork); showing the face is not compulsory.
Qualified submissions will be announced after the evaluation process.
General terms and conditions
The Ministry of Culture reserves the right to change or modify these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. Applicants should regularly check the terms and conditions.
The Ministry of Culture has the right to reject or replace submissions if they do not meet the standards and terms of the initiative.
The Ministry of Culture reserves the right to publish any material related to the initiative, including the names of applicants, in advertising, and publishing materials, including but not limited to newspapers, media, and social media.