The Kingdom Photography Award is an annual award led by the Visual Arts Commission, celebrating the Kingdom's thriving photography scene.
Curated by Mohamed Somji, the third edition presents stunning photographs of Saudi Arabia, showcasing the work of local and international photographers in two distinct exhibitions.:
"When the Fog Whispers" showcasing the artworks developed by 5 commissioned Artists in Asir region.
Hay Ainek - In a New Light celebrating this year's 30 Open Call winners.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to engage in different activities open to the public, from panel talks, photo walks to workshops during the whole exhibition duration.
The Award winners will be announced during the opening ceremony of the exhibition on February 10th, each winner will receive a prize of 20,000 Saudi Riyals and gift vouchers of 20,000 Saudi Riyals. You can also attend the engaging visitor program, open discussions and workshops led by professional photographers and members of the jury.
The exhibited professional photographers are Tasneem Alsultan, Farah Foudeh, Latifah AlBokhari, Abdo Shanan and Alejandro Chaskielberg, in the presence of prominent members of the international judging committee – including Mick Moore, Ghada AlMuhanna, Mohammed AlFaraj, Tanvi Mishra and Hussein AlMoosawi.