Saudi Artist Heba Ismail Shines at Outer Edge Innovation Summit in Riyadh
Saudi artist Heba Ismail stole the spotlight at the Outer Edge Innovation Summit in Riyadh this week, showcasing her captivating work to a global audience.
Describing her experience as one of the pioneering Saudi artists delving into the Web3 art scene, Ismail expressed her excitement at having her paintings featured on the event screens. She sees it as a tremendous honor that not only offers her global visibility but also serves as an inspiration for other Saudi and Arab artists to explore the plethora of options available for sharing their art with the world.
Through her collaboration with Nuqtah, the first Saudi NFT platform, Ismail is eager to present her art on a global stage and establish innovative connections with art enthusiasts worldwide.
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have become a focal point in Ismail’s exploration of the Saudi art scene, as she delves into the potential these digital tokens hold for artists.
HIGHLIGHTS
• With a professional background in dentistry, Heba Ismail found parallels between that meticulous work and her own creative process.
• Partnering with ChainVisory, a blockchain consultancy company, Ismail launched the Hebaism brand.
• It combines NFTs and original paintings, providing collectors with both digital and physical assets.
Art has always been more than just a hobby for Ismail; it’s a lifelong calling. Drawing on her professional background in dentistry, she draws parallels between the meticulous nature of dentistry and her creative process.
Influenced by movements like cubism, fauvism, and surrealism, Ismail’s art is a fusion of diverse influences and personal narratives. Each face in her paintings represents a feeling and vision, often accompanied by a poem that adds depth to the artwork.
Introduced to NFTs in 2021, Ismail’s fascination with the technology led her to partner with ChainVisory, a blockchain consultancy company, to launch her brand Hebaism. This unique brand combines NFTs and original paintings, offering collectors both digital and physical assets.
“As a female Saudi artist, I want to leave a mark and impact on every art platform, putting Saudi art on the map worldwide.”
Heba Ismail, Saudi artist
Thrilled by the opportunity to explore new ways of sharing her art and building her brand, Ismail values the authentic classical painting process while embracing the futuristic art world of NFTs. She sees this journey as enlightening, connecting her with a vibrant community through Web3.
Ismail’s mission is to inspire fellow artists in the region to embrace new avenues for artistic expression, with a goal of elevating Saudi art to a global platform.