Fatemah Abdullah Alqahtani explores the formation of Saudi female artistic identity in her book “Creativity And Conservatism: An Investigation Into The Formation Of Saudi Female Artistic Identity”, examining how religious and social values shape creativity within a conservative culture. Through her work, Alqahtani sheds light on how Saudi female artists challenge norms of representation and push the boundaries of artistic expression.

Don’t miss the chance to meet Fatemah Abdullah Alqahtani and get your copies signed at the Riyadh International Book Fair 2024! She will be at the Austin Macauley Publishers' stall (C-48) on Thursday, September 26th, at 6 PM, at the King Saud University Campus in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Creativity and Conservatism, explores the development of Saudi female artistic identity within religious and social constraints. It examines how these artists navigate and redefine creativity in a conservative context, focusing on the influence of Islamic doctrines and sociocultural norms. The book also discusses the relationship between Islamic scholarship and creativity, as well as historical factors shaping attitudes toward the arts, highlighting how female artists challenge traditional norms and representations.

Fatemah Abdullah Alqahtani is a Saudi writer, artist, and university lecturer who uses creative practices to explore ideas and foster dialogue. Her work reflects her identity and influences from the modern Islamic art movement. Since 2012, she has taught visual arts at PNU University in Riyadh and has exhibited her art internationally since 2007 in locations such as Saudi Arabia, Australia, China, and Dubai.