Artist, curator, and producer, Rami Farook, is set to captivate his peers, art enthusiasts, collectors, and the general public with his highly-anticipated debut solo exhibition in Saudi Arabia. Collaborating with the ATHR team, co-creators, and an engaged audience, Rami promises a groundbreaking experience that transcends contemporary art exhibitions.
Titled "Reset," the exhibition will showcase Rami's creative prowess through a series of site-specific works, some of which will be created in collaboration with the audience. Rami is redefining the concept of art presentation and ownership by offering temporary or permanent ownership of the gallery space itself.
The exhibition takes place in Jeddah, a city that Rami fondly refers to as his "second home." ATHR Gallery, a space with which Rami has a rich history as an artist, friend, advisor, and early patron, will host the exhibition in its Roof Landing and Gallery 3.
Throughout the exhibition, Rami will experiment with various mediums, methods, formats, processes, and the market itself. His work will touch upon diverse themes, including construction, instruction, destruction, aging, AI, Saudi, the gallery, faith, purpose, labor, perspective, waste, Palestine, collaboration, and time among many others.
Originally conceived as a recreation of Rami's Art Dubai 2023 solo studio booth, which was slated for a month after the fair, the exhibition has evolved over time, adapting to its unique time, place, and mood. Rami describes the experience as an export of creative energy, marked by both closures and openings, and an opportunity to experiment, search, connect, and present his work publicly and privately. It's also an exploration of the ever-changing landscape of Jeddah.
Rami's creative process for this exhibition can be summarized as "think, feel, envision, create, and exchange." With the invaluable support of the gallery, friends, peers, and the audience, the exhibition will be characterized by its speed, strength, low budget, interactivity, multimedia formats, recency, and accessibility.
Rami's "Reset" promises to be an immersive and transformative experience, inviting all to explore the depths of creativity and expression in the heart of Saudi.
