The artwork titled “The Saudi Revolution Begins,” created by Noma Bar in 2018, falls under the Neo-Pop Art movement and is categorized as an illustration.
The artwork portrays a stylized depiction that combines the image of a black silhouette commonly associated with traditional Saudi women’s attire, specifically a niqab, with a red car depicted within the silhouette, symbolizing the significant milestone of women being allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia. Positioned prominently at the center, the text “The Saudi revolution begins” is highlighted, indicating the pivotal social change occurring in the country. The background is a light red hue, contrasting with the black and white elements to draw attention to the central theme. The simplicity and boldness of the illustration underscore both the modernity and significance of the societal progression encapsulated in this piece.
