Hope #3

A monochrome abstract creation with various shapes intertwining in a complex manner delves into the symbolism of the Quranic verse from Surah... more

by Jalal Gilani

Title

Hope #3

Artist

Jalal Gilani

Medium

Painting - Graphite

Description

A monochrome abstract creation with various shapes intertwining in a complex manner delves into the symbolism of the Quranic verse from Surah Az-Zumar 39:53, 'La Taqnatu-mi-Rahmatullah,' which translates to 'Do not lose hope in Allah's Mercy.' The calligraphy, painted with graphite to mimic a wooden texture, symbolizes the carbon stored in trees. The white negative space represents the release of oxygen into the atmosphere, reminding us to be hopeful and care for the environment by preserving the trees around us. Small geometric forms floating around the main structure are the "dots" of the Arabic scripts that create a surreal aspect of the composition.

Uploaded

March 28th, 2024