Resin Art Pavilion at Hail House Draws Crowds at Aja Park Festival
The “Hail House” in Riyadh is hosting the resin art pavilion, themed “Your Home Away from Home,” for its third consecutive year. This attraction has quickly become a favorite among visitors at the Aja Park festival, which runs for 30 days.
According to the Saudi Press Agency, people of all ages are flocking to the pavilion to admire the unique art form amidst the festival’s blend of tradition and creativity.
Artist Layla Saleh Al-Shammari Showcases Diverse Resin Art Creations
Resin art involves the combination of liquid resin and a hardening agent to create solid and visually appealing shapes. Artist Layla Saleh Al-Shammari, with five years of experience in the craft, displayed a wide range of creations including accessories, home decor, wall art, pens, and serving platters.
Her work features techniques like sea wave and shell imitations, geode stone replicas, and the incorporation of natural elements such as plants and flowers. Al-Shammari also highlights local elements like coffee, cardamom, and the red sands unique to the Hail region.
Folk Art Performances and Traditional Dances Add to Festival’s Vibrancy
In addition to resin art, the festival showcases popular folk art performances, including the Saudi Ardah and Samri dances. These traditional performances, with sword dances and chants, captivate visitors and add to the festival’s cultural richness.
Hail Folk Arts Group Presents Traditional Performances
Marsal Al-Marsal, head of the Hail Folk Arts Group, shared that young performers present eight daily shows featuring national themes and traditional instruments like drums and swords. The performances highlight traditional Haili arts, aerial maneuvers, drums, swords, and banners.
Madinah Pavilion Showcases Cultural Heritage of the Region
The Madinah region, represented by the Yanbu governorate, has a special pavilion at the festival. The pavilion features Hijazi architecture, including 150-year-old houses with distinctive “rawashin” windows. These windows not only provide ventilation but also enhance the aesthetic appeal of the region.
The Madinah pavilion includes models of old neighborhoods, a traditional fishing boat, and displays of utensils, clothing, and heritage models, aiming to promote the cultural heritage of the region.
Future Engagements and Cultural Exchange at Hail House
Faisal bin Salem Al-Juhani, the pavilion supervisor, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the festival events over the past three years. He looks forward to future engagements at Hail House, fostering cultural exchange and showcasing Saudi cultural heritage.