A tale of two kingdoms: Saudi artist San Shyn’s mural links KSA and UK

San Shyn, a young street artist from Saudi Arabia, has revealed a new, 80 foot public art mural outside the Saudi Embassy in the heart of Mayfair, London. The project has been realised as part of a KSA-UK cross-cultural collaboration, with the piece being installed by London-based graffiti artist, Cept, one of the UK’s most highly respected and pioneering graffiti artists. Promoted by Edge Of Arabia, the collaboration developed organically through word of mouth within the grassroots street art community. The work demonstrates an artistic exchange at the intersection of two cultures and explores their commonalities. The public nature of the artwork in London promotes a greater understanding of diverse perspectives and worldviews that Saudi artists draw upon in their contemporary works. The mural was installed over several days at the beginning of the year and will remain in place till mid-February 2025. San Shyn said: “I am thrilled to have had the opportunity to create this mural in London and to collaborate with the incredibly talented UK artist, Cept. The mural’s distorted lines and shapes reflect the imperfection of creative expression, which is at the heart of my work. This project is especially meaningful to me, as it allows...