User:Saud Al Hunaini/sandbox



Saud, studied art in Spain, Italy and the USA, graduating with a Masters degree in Art from Warrington University. He has been awarded many prizes nationally and internationally, the most prestigious of which was His Majesty Sultan Qaboos’ prize. Specializing in oils and mix media, Saud has a unique method of painting. He also works with calligraphy, photography and sculpture. In addition, this artist is an accomplished musician. In painting, his inspiration comes from powerful Renaissance realists like Rembrandt, and modern masters of sensuality like Salvador Dali. A self-described minimalist, Saud’s art reflects his lifestyle. He focuses mainly on themes related to humanity, freedom and peace. The term “Magic Realism” has been used to refer to his paintings. At first glance, his landscape paintings may seem like basic compositions simply reflecting his Omani heritage .On further examination, the paintings are like a magic carpets filled with illusions as the unending surprises and flawless energy of this wizard are unveiled. His multi-dimensional compositions reveal new secrets each time. Everyday objects are painted with an emotion and sensuality that makes them seem animated on canvas, With rich colors more lustrous than life, and through provocative interplays of light and perspective, Saud recreates the many shades and nuances of light. The simplest of the earth’s treasures are drastically altered as the quality and variety of the light varies. The inner soul of Saud Al Hunani‘s Art is expressed in his phrase: “Light is life - and life is light.”