Yasser Safy Elrahman
Universe's Eye: The Witness of Magnificence
Universe's Eye: The Witness of Magnificence
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"Through our eyes, the universe is perceiving itself. Through our ears, the universe is listening to its harmonies. We are the witnesses through which the universe becomes conscious of its glory, of its magnificence." — Alan Watts
"Universe's Eye" is a profound artistic exploration of consciousness and cosmic connection. Inspired by the philosophy of Alan Watts, this masterpiece symbolizes the human being as a vital organ of the universe's self-awareness. It is a visual representation of the "awakened eye" that sees beyond the surface, recognizing the infinite beauty and glory of the cosmos within.
The Luminescent Geometry of Paper
This 35×45 cm artwork elevates paper artistry to a new dimension by integrating light as a core medium. Built with high-relief paper strips, the composition becomes a dynamic portal of light and shadow.
- Conscious Gaze: The central eye is meticulously constructed using on-edge paper layers, creating a deep, piercing iris that represents the universe’s internal vision.
- Integrated LED Illumination: This piece features built-in LED lighting, designed to glow from within the paper structures. The light transforms the artwork into a radiant celestial body, highlighting the crystalline textures of the paper strips in the dark.
- Celestial Textures: The surrounding abstract forms and high-relief ridges mimic the nebulas and star-fields of space, creating a tactile "topography of consciousness."
Specifications & Presentation
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Feature |
Details |
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Dimensions |
35×45 cm |
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Medium |
High-Relief Paper Strip Art & Mixed Media |
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Technology |
Integrated LED Backlighting |
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Technique |
Hand-layered on-edge paper construction |
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Philosophy |
Inspired by Alan Watts' Cosmic Consciousness |
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Framing |
Signature professional black shadow box frame |
Preservation & Display
- The Radiance of Shadow: Thanks to the integrated LED light, this artwork offers two distinct visual experiences: a detailed high-relief paper construction by day, and a glowing cosmic portal by night.
- Professional Housing: To protect the light systems and the delicate vertical paper strips, the piece is housed in a professional shadow box frame.
- Atmospheric Care: While the LED provides its own light, it is recommended to display the piece away from direct sunlight to preserve the vibrant hues and textures of the paper.
"Where the observer and the observed become one through the glow of a paper strip."
