New 2.0 Best Mural Was Just Unveiled in Sharq — And It Tells Kuwait’s Story Through Water
If you’ve been driving around Sharq recently, you might have noticed a striking new mural quietly taking shape near the police station roundabout. I passed by while the final touches were still being applied, and it’s already one of the most meaningful public artworks I’ve seen in Kuwait this year. The mural is part of a cultural initiative by the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters under a project called “Al Fenn Al Thalith Murals Project”, which roughly translates to “The Third Art Murals Project.” This program focuses on using large-scale murals as a way to connect art, culture, and daily urban life. What makes this mural special is that it’s not only a Kuwaiti project — it’s also part of a cultural exchange. This particular piece was created in collaboration with the Canadian Embassy in Kuwait and features a joint effort between Canadian artist Bryan Beyung and Kuwaiti artist Yousef Saleh, with implementation assistance from artist Laila Naseeb. What the Mural Represents At first glance, the artwork is visually powerful — but once you understand the concept behind it, the mural becomes even more impressive. The main theme of the mural is water as a connection between cultures.
