Saudi Arabia
Misk Art Institute was founded in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in December 2017 and is a non-profit organization that sees its mission in strengthening the local and regional creative community and promoting the appreciation of art and culture. The Institute is committed to facilitating access to art and encourages up-and-coming artists to unfold their creativity in a network of support, expertise, and further education to tap potential and upgrade the country’s art infrastructure. It offers exhibitions, publications, and possibilities for creative development as well as a residency program—in addition to the largest grant program of its kind in the region: the Misk Art Grant. The annual Misk Art Week convenes thought leaders in the creative industries to deliberate the Kingdom’s art arena and its ambitions.