Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025: Exhibition Unveils Completed Works from the 6th Edition

• The exhibition runs from February 12 to February 24, 2025, featuring 30 sculptures created by artists from 23 countries.
• Visitors can experience large-scale artworks inspired by the theme “From Then to Now: Joy in the Struggle of Making.”
• The exhibition is free and open to the public at ROSHN Front.

Ain Alalam – Rashad Iskandrni

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City and Riyadh Art proudly announce the opening of the 6th edition of Tuwaiq Sculpture’s exhibition. From February 12 to February 24, 2025, visitors are invited to explore the 30 completed sculptures created during the live sculpting phase at ROSHN Front.

Guided by the theme “From Then to Now: Joy in the Struggle of Making,” this year’s works highlight the creative journey—one of persistence, refinement, and artistic expression. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to witness how sculptors from diverse cultural backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to life. Created during the public live sculpting phase from January 15 to February 8, these works will leave a lasting impact, further embedding public art into Riyadh’s urban landscape.

Selected from over 750 applications worldwide, the participating 30 artists from 23 countries represent a wide range of sculptural traditions and contemporary practices. Each piece reflects an interpretation of this year’s theme, merging artistic innovation with cultural heritage.

Sebastian Betancur-Montoya, Lead Curator of Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025, shares: “The exhibition is a culmination of weeks of dedication, artistic exchange, and craftsmanship. These sculptures are more than temporary installations; they are part of an enduring cultural dialogue, bridging history and modernity, and contributing to Riyadh’s evolving public art landscape.”

Building upon the public engagement program of the live sculpting phase—featuring panel discussions, workshops, masterclasses, and guided tours—the exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to further engage with the artists’ creative processes and the significance of contemporary sculpture.

A Legacy in the Making

As part of Riyadh Art’s long-term commitment to public art, all sculptures created during Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025 will become part of Riyadh Art’s permanent collection. These works will be integrated into key public spaces across the city, joining 35 sculptures from previous editions of Tuwaiq Sculpture already installed at King Abdulaziz Historical Center. Among the notable additions to Riyadh Art’s permanent collection are LOVE (Red Outside Blue Inside) by American artist Robert Indiana and Janey Waney by fellow American Alexander Calder, both located at KAFD Metro Station, as well as the sun by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone, which was recently installed at King Abdulaziz Historical Center. This initiative underscores Riyadh Art’s commitment to enhancing the city’s permanent collection, making art an accessible and immersive part of public life while enriching the daily experience of residents and visitors.

The exhibition is free and open to the public, allowing visitors to experience the artworks firsthand in an outdoor setting at ROSHN Front. For more information on schedules and ticketing, visit: https://riyadhart.sa/en/tuwaiq-sculpture.

-END-

For more information regarding Riyadh Art and Tuwaiq Sculpture, please contact:

Riyadh Art Media Center: info@riyadhart.sa