Meticulously detailed Persian miniatures and Islamic illumination based on stories of journeys and self contemplation 

MOBEEN AKHTAR

The image is of masculine and feminine seen in unison. Water flows beneath them nurturing and giving them life. The golden glow from above sends down light and guidance. It allows them to see the imperfections within each other, yet they don't seek to change and instead learn to love the differences. The blossom tree curves gently as it grows through the upright cypress, both in a harmonious dance. One does not seek to over power the other; they are more beautiful when together. 

Handmade Watercolour And Gouache On Handmade Indian Wasli Paper With 24K Gold Leaf

Painting

Trees

Centuries old traditional techniques and materials have been used to create a painting inspired by Persian miniatures. The work uses Chilean Lapis lazuli, as well as malachite and azurite from the Congo. Many other pigments have been sourced from foraging the grounds of England. The use of 24k shell gold leaf can be seen in two forms, one as paint and the other as gilded leaf, both types were applied using traditional Iranian methods.

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