Saudi Arabia Series
The Saudi Arabia Series began while working in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia from 1977 through 1979. Some 10 drawings around Jeddah, Riyahd, and Dahran were done during this time. These drawings can be found at the Drawing link above. From these drawings only three paintings have been completed.The two large canvases of Riyahd now have some historical interest. The wonderful indigenous architecture that these two scenes depict have been lost forever to urban modernization in Riyahd. I'd really go back, with the King's permission, peace be upon him, and paint the ancient caravan route from Yemen to Jordan. That would be an honorable endeavor.
working on "Sisters in a mirage..." Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 1978. "Summer in the old city, Riyahd, 1977" on the background wall. Very hot. Very humid.
photo: George Smith
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