Interview: Mohamed Awad
Luca Curci talks with Mohamed Awad during the 15th edition of ROME INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR 2025 at ITSLIQUID Art Space in Rome.

Mohamed Awad, a Saudi-born artist and gallery owner, is a pioneer in the world of contemporary 3D painting. Known for his innovative approach, Awad’s works are distinguished by intricate details and vibrant, exaggerated color, creating powerful sense of depth and emotion. His 3D techniques have become a hallmark of his artistic style, allowing viewers to experience his evolving visual language firsthand. Awad’s is a reflection of the cultural and identity shifts in the Arab world, capturing these changes through his unique creative process on canvas.

Awad’s works are featured in prominent public and private collections across the globe. He has been a part of numerous prestigious exhibitions, cementing his reputation as one of the Arab world’s most influential contemporary artists. Through his art, Awad not only expresses personal and societal transformation but also offers a deeply layered exploration of form, architecture, and emotion that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.​

Luca Curci – What is art for you?
Mohamed Awad – My 3D Artworks work is a captivating space where creativity meets technology, showcasing the transformative power of three-dimensional art.

LC – How did you get to your current artistic practice?
MA – I studied art in the in England and during my studies I was inspired by the orientalist Artist Themes of the of the Middle East and their travels to countries such as Egypt, Morocco and other neighbouring countries.

LC – Among the several techniques you use, which one do you prefer to practice and which are most compelling for you?
MA – For myself, I specialize in bringing art to life through the innovative use of 3D dimensional techniques. I started with the use of images printed on paper but later switched to printing on canvas and that gave a better and more professional look to my art.

LC – Did your style change over the years? In which way?
MA – As an artist I cannot maintain the same style or technique, I always seek to discover new ways to improve my artwork in order to give it a more professional look using authentic materials, such as Fabric, Wood, Jewelry or whatever needed according to the theme I am doing.

LC – Which art themes do you pursue? What is your preferred subject, if there is any?
MA – Orientalist themes are my main source, with its rich culture, sensuality, reality and mystery.

LC – What is the most challenging part about creating your artwork?
MA – My main challenges are achieving and transforming a normal image into a 3D dimensional art with all its interacted details.

LC – How is your creative process?
MA – Creating a three-dimensional embossed effects by using multiple layers is a fascinating technique that enhances depth and texture in my artwork.

LC – Can you explain something about the artworks you have in our exhibition?
MA – In my artwork that is currently displayed at the exhibition, is a combination of traditional Orientalist Themes and 3D in a more Abstract, Imaginative Themes.

LC – Do you think ITSLIQUID GROUP can represent an opportunity for artists?
MA – For any artist who has an opportunity to display his art and the backing of a such a group as ITSLIQUID Group, I am sure it will represent a great opportunity.

LC – What do you think about the organization of our event?
MA – Well as its my first event, I think it will be unfair to form an opinion, however, what I have experienced so far has been positive and encouraging in order to continue with future events.