Cultural Diplomacy and Artistic Dialogues: Exploring 'Beneath the Gaze of the Palms'

In this episode of Articulations by ITERARTE, Laura Egerton converses with Tamara Chalabi about her co-curated exhibition 'Beneath the Gaze of the Palms' hosted in Riyadh during the Common Grounds Festival in December 2024. The art show, which explores themes of identity, heritage, nature, and migration, features works from both Saudi and Iraqi artists. The dialogue delves into the exhibition's inception, challenges, thematic structure, and significant installations, and highlights the cultural and historical connections between Saudi Arabia and Iraq.