Diriyah Art Futures to start monthly creative series at its headquarters
Diriyah Art Futures (DAF), the first center in the Middle East and North Africa dedicated to new media arts, will launch its latest public program, “Moving Image,” on November 18. The monthly series will explore storytelling and creative expression through cutting-edge media and technologies at DAF’s headquarters in Diriyah.
Designed as a dynamic platform for engagement, Moving Image
invites visitors to experience the evolving world of screen-based and immersive
arts. The program will bring together artists, technologists, and researchers
from Saudi Arabia, the wider MENA region, and around the globe—reinforcing
DAF’s mission as a hub for critical dialogue and innovation in new media.
Exploring the Intersection of Art and Technology
Through screenings, talks, and interactive experiences, the
series aims to expand public understanding of how technology transforms
narrative forms and audience participation. It encourages practitioners,
experts, and newcomers alike to experiment with creative possibilities and
reflect on how digital tools are reshaping artistic practice.
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A highlight of the launch is the “VR Community Meetup –
Riyadh,” hosted at the Diriyah Art Futures XR Lab. This ongoing initiative
provides a collaborative space for immersive-media creators, enthusiasts, and
professionals to exchange ideas and explore the artistic and technical
frontiers of virtual reality.
A Cultural Ecosystem for the Future
The Moving Image program underscores DAF’s commitment to
cultivating a vibrant cultural ecosystem at the crossroads of art, science, and
technology. By engaging with contemporary moving-image practices, the
initiative fosters creative dialogue that is deeply rooted in Saudi culture yet
globally connected.
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With this new series, Diriyah Art Futures continues to
strengthen its position as a leading institution for new media arts—inviting
audiences to discover and participate in the rapidly evolving landscape where
creativity meets innovation.
Source: One Arabia
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