Exploring the Art of Ahaad Alamoudi at ‘Moving Mountains’ Exhibition
DUBAI: Step into the world of Ahaad Alamoudi at his latest exhibition, ‘Moving Mountains,’ on display until Oct. 26 at Hayy Jameel in Jeddah.
‘Moving Mountains’
Immerse yourself in the title work of this exhibition, a captivating short film that delves into Alamoudi’s exploration of rapidly changing social and cultural environments. Experience Saudi’s natural and urban landscapes as sites of possibility, punctuated by effort and fueled by fantasy, as described by the gallery.
‘What is This?’
Witness the latest installment of Alamoudi’s video series featuring two talking falcons. These feathered creatures, acting as a temperature check, face away from each other on back-to-back screens, exclaiming “I don’t remember this being here” and “Do you see what I see?”
“I Was Told Ice Wouldn’t Melt in Heat”
Prepare to be amazed by a man in a white thobe as he circles a large block of ice in the desert for four hours, attempting to prevent it from melting in the scorching heat. Despite his delusional belief in what he was told, the gallery reveals that the ultimate feat proves impossible. Explore the complexities of this video installation and delve into the artist’s vision.