Ahmed Mater, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Ahmed Mater

painter

Date of Birth: 25-Jul-1979

Place of Birth: Abha, 'Asir Region, Saudi Arabia

Profession: physician

Nationality: Saudi Arabia

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Ahmed Mater (born 1979, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia) is a Saudi artist and physician.
His mediums are photography, calligraphy, painting, installation, performance and video.
His work, which explores history, the narratives and aesthetics of Islamic culture, and addresses consumerism and transformation taking place in the region and its effects on geopolitics, has attracted an international audience.
In 2003, he cofounded "Edge of Arabia", an independent arts initiative dedicated to promoting the appreciation of contemporary Arab art and culture, with a focus on Saudi Arabia.