Jeddah show exhibits vibrant art from waste

The exhibition, which attracted several culture and art enthusiasts, highlights the power of art to create beauty. (SPA)
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  • The exhibition demonstrates how damaged and discarded industrial materials can be turned into vibrant artworks, as commentary on the importance of protecting the environment

JEDDAH: The º£½ÇÖ±²¥n Society for Culture and Arts in Jeddah is holding an exhibition, at its Abdulhalim Radwi Hall, of art created from waste.

Hussein Al-Buheiri, general director of technical and vocational training in the Makkah region, opened the Al-Muhmal exhibition by Saudi visual artist Mishal Al-Omari. 

Running until July 23, the exhibition demonstrates how damaged and discarded industrial materials can be turned into vibrant artworks, as commentary on the importance of protecting the environment.

The exhibition, which attracted several culture and art enthusiasts, highlights the power of art to create beauty, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

It features collages, embroidery, paintings and sculptures made from recycled plastic, paper, iron and pipes.

The exhibition’s aim is to raise awareness about recycling, inspire environmental protection, promote visual arts, and encourage young people to create from everyday materials.