Media Art Residency launched in Saudi Arabia's Diriyah
Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) has
announced the launch of its first-ever Mazra’ah Media Art Residency, inviting
applications from seasoned artists and scholars specializing in new media and
digital art. The residency, which will run from February to April 2025,
represents a pioneering initiative in the MENA region, providing a unique
platform for innovation in media arts. Participants will have access to
world-class studios, production labs, and a dedicated production budget.
This residency aims to foster
cross-disciplinary innovation and intellectual exchange. Artists and scholars
will have the opportunity to showcase their work through exhibitions or
academic publications, facilitated by DAF’s partnerships with regional and
international collaborators. Additional recognition opportunities include
exhibitions, publications, and artist monographs.
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Registration Opens for Mazra’ah
Media Art Residency
The theme for the 2025 residency is "High-Resolution Dreams of
Sand," a reflection of DAF’s commitment to critical and creative
exploration in new media and digital art. The theme invites participants to
create works that explore the intersection of Diriyah’s historical legacy and
its future potential, engaging with the residency's location near Diriyah’s
farms.
DAF’s facilities are housed within
Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 6,550-square-meter complex, designed
by Italian architects Schiattarella Associati, includes classrooms, labs, and
exhibition spaces that bring together artists and technologists to explore the
relationship between past, present, and future.
Proposals are encouraged to address
contemporary issues and regional themes while engaging with global narratives.
Special emphasis is placed on topics emerging from the MENA region and the
Global Majority. Residents will enjoy inspiring accommodations with views of
Diriyah’s historic farmlands.
Cultural Ecosystem Development
Ibrahim Alsanousi, Acting CEO of the Museums Commission, highlighted the
importance of the Mazra’ah Media Art Residency in advancing Saudi Arabia’s
cultural ecosystem. He noted that the initiative is part of the broader goal of
transforming Riyadh into a global center for new media and digital art,
fostering international cultural exchange.
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Application Process
The residency is open to established artists and scholars working in fields
such as sound media, visual media, and other new media disciplines. While
applications are welcomed globally, there is a particular focus on the MENA
region.
Dr. Haytham Nawar, Director of DAF,
emphasized the unique opportunity offered by the residency: "This
dynamic residency offers artists and scholars an unparalleled chance to push
the boundaries of their creative practices." He encouraged passionate
individuals in these fast-evolving fields to apply.
The name "Mazra’ah"
translates to "farm" in Arabic, paying homage to the
residency’s location overlooking Diriyah’s historic farms. These farms have
been a critical part of the region’s heritage since Diriyah was the capital of
the first Saudi state.
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Interested applicants can find more
details about the criteria and submission process on DAF’s official website.
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