We are living in an era of continuously cataclysmic historical events.
Or perhaps we are only now paying attention to these ongoing, mutating issues—
from COVID-19 to the colonization of Palestine, to the mass displacement of Sudanese refugees, to the exploitation of the Democratic Republic of Congo and its people, to the tearing apart of Kashmir.
Using a combination of gouache, acrylic and ink, Biomimicry is inspired by Mithila wall painting from the state of Bihar, India. It is a reminder that humankind shares numerous patterns, behaviours, models with ecosystems in nature. It is a nudge to return to the land, return to our roots for inspiration and guidance on how to build movements through these times, with gentleness, inclusivity and integrity. Through our ongoing struggles, nature remains steadfast, committed to collaboration and growth. Perhaps if we, too, attuned ourselves to nature’s ways, we would learn a lot, and find common ground.
22.5 cm x 61 cm on mixed media paper
