A Creative Journey: Between Art and Self-Development
An inspiring panel discussion featuring designer Ghada Al-Qudairi, as she shares her artistic and entrepreneurial journey that began with mastering the art of Al-Qatt Al-Asiri in 2022. She explores how the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) and its business accelerator helped transform her talent into a global brand (Katabah), leading her products to the international stage at the 'Artigiano in Fiera' exhibition in Milan.
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Innovation in art while preserving the original character and identity of the works
Artistic innovation while preserving the original character and identity of the works; transforming individual products into production lines; utilizing national resources in product execution; and the stages of creativity, innovation, and production leading to sustainability
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From Grandmother’s Home to UNESCO
A panel discussion featuring a student from the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth). The session traces her journey of learning the craft of Al-Sadu, documenting its heritage, and promoting it to the world.
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Inspiration from the Roots: Saudi Culture as a Source of Contemporary Creativity
This session explores how Saudi culture, with its richness and diversity, can be a fountain of creative ideas across various artistic and design fields. The speakers share their experiences in drawing inspiration from traditional elements and local stories, transforming them into contemporary projects that carry an authentic Saudi identity, while discussing the challenges and opportunities of merging heritage with innovation.
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Young Hands Restoring the Soul of Mud Architecture
This session explores the experiences of youth in mud architecture and their role in building bridges of cultural exchange with international practices in traditional arts and crafts. It discusses how the exchange of knowledge and expertise contributes to developing local practices and enhancing the presence of mud architecture in a contemporary context. Additionally, the session highlights the importance of cultural dialogue in reviving the craft and giving it a global dimension while preserving its authentic identity
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An Authentic Metal: Engraving from Generation to Generation
A story of a mother and daughter united by the craft of metalwork, crafting pieces from their relationship that celebrate heritage and innovation. From a skill passed down through generations to an idea transformed into pieces expressing identity, we explore their journey of learning, partnership, and shared creativity.
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Crafts Bridging Nations: Taking Saudi Crafts to the World
This session shares the experience of the first craftsman to participate in a cultural exchange program at the Furniture Gallery of the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A). Through international workshops, he discovered the significance of traditional crafts as a form of identity and a common language shared with the world.
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Smartly Crafted: Dialogues on Innovation and Analytical Thinking
A panel discussion highlighting a number of creative students who have successfully transformed their ideas into luxury products that combine deep pattern analysis with smart innovation. We discuss with them their journey in project development, how they overcame challenges, and what inspires them to create a unique product worthy of the future.
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Crafts in the Eyes of the Digital Generation
"A discussion with students who utilize digital media—such as digital design and Augmented Reality (AR)—to develop, document, or reimagine traditional crafts.
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Architecture Built by Hands, Safeguarded by Awareness
A specialist in archaeology with several participations in the field. He is a graduate of the Mud Brick Construction Diploma from "Wrth". He is keen to be an active part in transferring knowledge and preserving the cultural and historical context of the Kingdom.
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