Riyadh: Inside the Jordanian pavilion at the Saudi International Handicrafts Week (Banan), artisan Yazan Eid from Aqaba demonstrates his craft, as visitors watch him transform graded sand into paintings inside glass bottles with skillful precision.
According to Saudi Press Agency, with 15 years of experience, Yazan initially began this art as a hobby before opening his store in Aqaba. This is his first participation in Banan, following previous exhibitions in Europe.
Yazan can write names in sand inside a bottle in just five to 10 minutes. Larger pieces take one to two hours due to their intricate detail. His primary material is silica sand, one of the finest types of sand in Jordan, known for its quality.
For Yazan, Banan is an opportunity to showcase Jordanian heritage. Visitors often purchase these pieces as unique souvenirs.