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ScarFace
"Scarface" is an artistic tribute to a remarkably powerful lion known by the same name, who left his mark on the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya until his passing on June 11, 2021. Known for his distinctive scar over his right eye, Scarface was a symbol of strength and respect, revered by his own pride and others in the region. The artwork, also named 'Scarface', is a testament to his legacy, painstakingly crafted using 45,000 screws, each positioned at different depths to accurately depict and contour the form of the lion. The mane of approximately 1,600 pieces of bent steel adds to the dramatic effect, infusing the piece with a sense of vitality.
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Smile
"Smile" is an installation made of thread and fiberglass, meticulously created with 2,000 intersecting lines that together shape a smiling face. This installation is a simple representation of life's journey, where the intersecting lines symbolize our struggles, and the Arabic calligraphy represents the words we speak throughout our life journey. It is installed in the desert, signifying the notion that we come from sand and will eventually return to it - from sand to sand. This is a representation that despite life's struggles, one should always face the world with a smile and heartfelt words on their journey.
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The Ancient House - Kaaba
The Ancient House One and Two are unique art pieces, each constructed meticulously from 40,000 nails. The first artwork is an abstract depiction of the ancient Kaaba, standing in an uncultivated valley behind a mountain, referencing a passage from the Quran. The second piece, in contrast, portrays the Kaaba in its modern setting, with the Makkah Clock Royal Tower in the background. Together, these artworks encapsulate the passage of time and the transformation of the sacred site.
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Her Eyes
"Her Eyes" is a striking art piece that depicts the eyes of a masked Palestinian girl. Carefully crafted using 20,200 pushpins, this artwork embodies a sense of intensity and resilience. The attention to detail in the piece captures the spirit of defiance and hope, as seen through the girl's eyes. It serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles and strength of the Palestinian people.
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Oppressed Monkeys
Oppressed Monkeys is a thought-provoking piece inspired by the “three wise monkeys” concept. However, unlike the original depiction, where the monkeys' self-imposed actions signify virtue, this piece uses red strokes, representing external forces - social, political, or religious - that compel these actions. The nails used in the artwork symbolize the pressure and force exerted to "do its job." It's a commentary on how governments, societies, or religions often believe that virtue needs to be maintained through external enforcement.
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Your Coffee Picker
"Your Coffee Picker" is an art piece made from 13,000 coffee beans. Each bean is uniquely roasted, resulting in over 8 different colors that are used to meticulously shape the image of a coffee picker in Brazil. This artwork is a tribute to the underpaid, undocumented workers, including children as young as 13, who harvest the coffee beans that fuel our daily lives.
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Resting on the Judi
The artwork "Resting on the Judi" depicts the moment when Prophet Noah's ark settled on Mount Judi when God decided to flood all the inhabitants of the Earth due to their corruption. The ark safely settled on the mountaintop after the flood receded.
God described this ark as “having planks and nails,” and this artwork is composed of 70,000 nails and natural bark.