RIYADH — Misk Art Institute, an initiative of the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk), has announced the selection of Latifa Al Bokhari and Madhawi Al Gwaiz to participate in its 2025 Milan residency program, held in collaboration with Casa degli Artisti.

The program, which runs from May 5 to July 4, is part of Misk Art Institute’s broader mission to support emerging and mid-career Saudi artists across a range of visual disciplines, including painting, sculpture, mixed media, and video art.

Chosen from a large pool of applicants through a competitive selection process led by experts in contemporary art, Al Bokhari and Al Gwaiz were recognized for their artistic originality and their potential to benefit from and contribute to the international creative exchange.

The Milan residency provides artists with curatorial and technical support, studio space, workshops, mentorship, and exposure to Italy’s dynamic art scene.

The program also includes visits to galleries and artist studios, cultural excursions across Europe, and concludes with an open studio presentation.

The residency forms part of Misk Art Institute’s International Residencies initiative, aimed at fostering cross-cultural dialogue, artistic experimentation, and global opportunities for Saudi creatives. — SG