Born and raised in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, Manal Aldowayan’s artwork has been in Spain, Bahrain, the UK, USA, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, establishing her as an emerging artist setting new grounds for Saudi Arabia’s photographers. Her work has caused quite the controversy, hitting notes on gender equality and women’s rights. Manal, who is among the few internationally recognized Saudi women artists, continues to produce inspiring and provocative artworks for the world to witness.