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RIYADH: Misk Art Institute, a subsidiary of Misk Foundation, has announced the 10th edition of the Masaha Residency program, which runs from Sept. 14 to Dec. 11, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.

Under the theme 鈥淎t the Edge of Knowing,鈥� the initiative provides a dynamic space for creative experimentation and interdisciplinary artistic exchange.

Focusing on diverse knowledge systems and cultural narratives, the residency supports artists exploring alternative perspectives, engaging with layered truths, and contributing to new narratives rooted in contemporary experience.

Reem Al-Sultan, the institute鈥檚 CEO, said: 鈥淏y nurturing creative artists and cultivating space for exploration and dialogue, we empower the next generation and support the Kingdom鈥檚 vision of a vibrant, culturally engaged society.鈥�

Spanning 13 weeks, the program offers studios, weekly mentorship, critique sessions, workshops, studio visits, and opportunities for audience engagement.

As one of Misk Art Institute鈥檚 flagship programs, Masaha Residency nurtures the contemporary art ecosystem, fosters experimentation, and builds sustainable artistic networks locally and regionally.

Since its inception, the residency has supported more than 100 artists, providing space for research, critical inquiry, and sustained creative practice.

Previous editions explored themes such as technology, storytelling, and collective memory, the SPA reported.

Organized in collaboration with Banque Saudi Fransi, the 10th edition invites artists to examine boundaries, truth and hidden narratives, contributing to the evolution of local and regional art scenes.