Dar Keshakesh’e Daroun (In the Conflict Inside)
2019
Who am I, who am I that so tempted I am
Sometimes, I am drawn that way, and sometimes this way
For a second, I am accompanied by the moon, and for another second, I am intoxicated by the most Holy
For a second, I am as immune as Youssef in the well, and for another second, I am completely detrimental
(Molana Jalal al-din Balkhi)
The present work narrates this permanent struggle: Goodness and immortality with the symbol of phoenix, and evil and deprivation with the symbol of serpent and dragon.
Twisted good and evil in a vague and inflamed space in a constant struggle, and a phoenix standing on one leg with a stout chest, upright stature, and dominant anger that drags the dragon to its beak and clutches, all in all, represent the ultimate victory of good over evil.
Technically, I have tried to move the pen while designing the wings and tail of the Phoenix in such a way as to amplify and associate with the phosphorous and flaring modes of the flames, which I accomplished with the use of bright red and fiery hues.
On the contrary, it was the design of the dragon and the application of its colors that, despite the sinister nature of this symbol, the colors I used were attractive and radiant.
This contradiction reflects the natural essence of ugliness and deprivation that often present themselves with a fascinating, deceptive and seductive appearance.
I designed and implemented the theme of the work through the specific figures and patterns of the wood. In the background, I felt a context with inflamed and melted motifs and colors that inspired the design of this work.
I believe that understanding the language of wood and having a searching and curious look at the colors and motifs and textures of wood, and getting inspired by them to design and create a work is beyond the current practices of this beautiful art, and I hope it to be a step forward in the advancement of this original and ancient art of Iran.
Generally, in moarragh art, the pattern is pre-designed and the colors of the wood are only used as a tool to create that pre-designed work.