Athr Gallery, Riyadh

Athr Gallery is a contemporary art gallery based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2009 by Mohammed Hafiz. The gallery has played a pioneering role in the development of the contemporary art scene in the Kingdom, with a program that foregrounds Saudi and Middle Eastern artists while engaging with global contemporary discourses. Its exhibitions span painting, sculpture, photography, video, and installation, often addressing apps of identity, social transformation, and cultural memory.

Through sustained support of artists, participation in international art fairs, and collaboration with institutions, Athr Gallery has contributed significantly to the visibility of Saudi contemporary art both regionally and internationally. Positioned within Jeddah’s historic and cultural context, the gallery functions as a platform for dialogue and critical reflection, fostering exchange between local artistic practices and the wider international art world.