artiststatement

I am first and foremost a Human, then a Woman, then an Arab, then an Iraqi, then a Canadian, then a student, then an artist. All of these factors play a role in my thoughts. My artwork is derived from all of the questions that come about when trying to figure out all of these labels, all of these categories, all of these constructions. The instructions I give to you while viewing the gallery is to consider the context. Consider all the elements around you right now, consider the situation we are in, and place yourself outside of the box. Enjoy.
But remember.... This is (still) all a Construction.

 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Squaring of the Circle: Yowm Il Qiyama Part 2
December, 2003
Oil paint on masonite
4 feet by 4 feet


According to Sufi Islam, the Squaring of the circle represents the end of times,
Yowm Il Qiyama (Judgment Day). This represents Man's path on the planet- Refer
to the description of Squaring the Circle: Yowm Il Qiyama Part 1- See it as Man's interpretation of his universe: As his possession.