British Airways Utopia project.
Youm al-Suq.
1999

Concept

"Market Day " by Shadia Alem represented Saudi Arabia

A modern. brightly colored abstract inspired by Saudi Arabian traditional arts and craft depicting the vibrant life of an Arabon market day. Shadia’s art is inspired by the traditional arts and crafts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, but recreated in contemporary style. Shadia Said she was thrilled her artwork will be ‘painting the skies’ of many countries sha hasn’t had yet opportunity to visit. “I also feel very honoured for my country and delighted this becomes a mode to display the very rich history arts and culture in Saudi Arabia”.

photos : courtesy Lockon Aviation Photography