Abdulnasser Gharem

A former Lieutenant Colonel in the Saudi Army, Abdulnasser Gharem draws on his military experience to create art that portrays a combination of authority and rule, alongside a social commentary on current affairs and cultural traditions. Gharem’s artistic outputs span a variety of forms, including photography, sculpture and performance. His performances often involve him using a social setting, such as a street, as the canvas for his performance – he then enlists the local community to collaborate, adding further authenticity to the everyday life he is trying to depict – Sirat (The Path) is one of his most popular works of this kind. Gharem has also founded the non-profit organization, Edge of Arabia, as a means of providing an art education and a platform for his fellow Saudi artists – a purpose he is particularly driven to fulfil. (Artist website)