Saudi Arabia | An American artist creates an amazing painting to protect AlUla’s antiquities

2024-02-05 2024-02-05T12:23:17Z
ندى ماهر عبدربه
ندى ماهر عبدربه
صانع مُحتوى

Weather of Arabia - American artist David Poppa chose one of the archaeological sites in the city of Al-Hajar in Al-Ula to present a wonderful work of art, showing an amazing shape of two protective hands, as part of a Saudi campaign aimed at protecting the cultural heritage in the region, and the Royal Commission for Al-Ula Governorate published information about this artistic painting. Featured.

Who is the artist who painted the dazzling AlUla painting?

David Buba is considered an American artist. He began his artistic journey thanks to the guidance and guidance of his father, Albert Buba, who was one of the pioneer graffiti artists in New York, where he taught him traditional art from a young age. His father was the main reason behind David choosing his career in the field of art, and the adventures he lived outside The studio and the inspiration he drew from street art and modern murals are what pushed him towards developing his current artwork.

“Our legacy is our responsibility”... Two hands emerge from the sand and surround the stone

The painting by the artist David Popa in the city of Al-Hajar in Al-Ula is part of the “Our Heritage is Our Responsibility” campaign that aims to protect heritage. The artwork shows two hands emerging from the sand and surrounding the stone. It is the first site to be included on the UNESCO World Heritage List in the Kingdom. The work is distinguished With Arabic motif details on the sleeves, it blends in uniquely with the surrounding environment.

In cooperation with the Sons of AlUla, the artist David Buba, who is among the few in the world who creates works of art of such magnitude, designed this exceptional work of art. The artist was keen to use environmentally friendly natural dyes, such as red and yellow soil, which decompose over time without Leaving no traces, this work of art is an embodiment of our commitment to protecting heritage and preserving its aesthetics in a sustainable way.

“Our legacy is our responsibility”... Strengthening the role of youth in preserving the cultural heritage in AlUla

The website strongly emphasized the importance of the “Our Legacy, Our Responsibility” campaign in AlUla, which focuses specifically on the younger generation, and the program works to enhance the role of youth in preserving cultural heritage for future generations. In this context, the Authority has provided a set of tools designated for the educational sector, including: This is a coloring book that aims to attract children's attention and educate them about the importance of protecting heritage in an attractive and fun way. It highlights the role of cultural heritage and ancient traditions in our daily lives, with a focus on building a future that depends on this valuable heritage.

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Sources:

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