Redefining the Future: Inside the “Unfolding the Embassy” Exhibition
Redefining the future of embassies, Fenaa Alawwal launched its latest exhibition, “Unfolding the Embassy,” where global artists come together to explore what lies ahead.
Curated by Sara Al-Mutlaq and featuring scenography by Studio GGSV, the exhibition aims to spark conversations about the changing world we live in today.
Transporting visitors to the year 2040, the exhibition space showcases a new reality with a SpaceX satellite orbiting the globe, raising questions about the fate of Earth.
From Saudi Arabia to Belgium, artists from diverse backgrounds delve into contemporary issues like climate change, artificial intelligence, and identity through their unique interpretations of the future.
One standout piece is Saudi artist Ahaad Al-Amoudi’s “Frying Pan” video installation, which challenges the role of memory and navigation tools in a rapidly evolving world.
Egyptian artist Ahmad Hammoud’s works, “Flag of the Stateless” and “Passport of the Stateless,” shed light on the plight of stateless individuals worldwide, using the housefly as a symbol of resistance.
Photography anthologies by Dia Murad, Naif Al-Quba, Federico Acciardi, and Peter Bogaczewicz offer a glimpse into the intersection of natural and built environments in Saudi Arabia.
With a futuristic lens, the exhibition prompts visitors to contemplate humanity’s future amidst climate change, political shifts, economic challenges, and AI’s impact on daily life.
Through a blend of fiction and reality, the exhibition challenges viewers to question the arbitrary nature of truth in our ever-changing world.
Featuring works by Dima Srouji, Abbas Zahedi, Aseel Al-Yaqoub, Nolan Oswald Dennis, Jerry Galle, PHI Studio, and Lana Cmajcanin, the exhibition runs until Sept. 1.