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James Turrell Joins Wadi AlFann at AlUla Arts Festival 2025

As part of the AlUla Arts Festival 2025, Wadi AlFann presents a special pre-opening program showcasing the work of internationally renowned artist James Turrell. This initiative invites both local and global audiences to explore the artistic vision of participating artists, providing an exclusive preview of the landmark creations that Wadi AlFann will unveil in the future.

Wadi AlFann Hosts James Turrell at AlUla Arts Festival 2025

 

Turrell’s participation includes an exclusive exhibition in the AlJadidah Arts District, providing insight into the large-scale project he will create at Wadi AlFann. His project will feature a series of expansive chambers alongside three of his early works, exploring the profound nature of perception.

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The exhibition will showcase four key pieces from the Royal Commission for AlUla and private collections, emphasizing Turrell’s mastery of light as a transformative medium. It presents a rare opportunity to experience one of his earliest works alongside a more recent creation, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in his unique artistic approach—where light, space, and nature converge in an unforgettable sensory experience.

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Reflecting Wadi AlFann’s vision of integrating contemporary art with AlUla’s stunning natural and historical landscapes, this showcase celebrates Turrell’s innovative contributions to light and architectural art. Known for his ability to shape space through light and color, Turrell transforms enclosed environments into mesmerizing visual experiences and constructs monumental pavilions that harmonize with the sky and cosmos.

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His upcoming project at Wadi AlFann embodies this creative philosophy, drawing inspiration from AlUla’s breathtaking terrain and rich heritage to introduce a groundbreaking artistic dimension to the region’s contemporary art scene.

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