Ali Al-Obadan on Arab audience and conceptual art
The article focused on the fact that the Arab audience generally does not understand conceptual art due to its disconnection from Arab culture. This is understandable because it reflects artistic concepts that originated outside their environment. The writer explains that Arab artists try to keep up with modernity by creating contemporary artworks that avoid highly intellectual, conceptual approaches, in order to maintain ongoing engagement and acceptance with the audience. He also notes that conceptual art has become somewhat outdated, and today’s artists tend to address human and social issues such as freedom, justice, and the struggles of displaced and marginalized groups—subjects that are difficult to discuss in the Arab world due to the audience's lack of awareness and the association of some topics with traditional customs and values. He emphasizes that participation in global biennials requires Arab artists to study current art trends and produce works focused on visual results that can evoke interaction. Old conceptual art has declined, and contemporary art now expresses more vital issues related to society and humanity.
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