The Space Of the Observer

The Space of the Observer emerges as an artwork that melds the perceptual games of optical art with a conceptual and mystical profundity, exploring the spatial impact of the gaze. At the intersection of optical illusion and abstract form, the piece presents a dynamic structure that guides the viewer's perception and transforms their relationship with space.

The rhythmic flow of vertical lines evokes a sense of movement against the stillness of the surface, while the curved form at the center establishes an optical focal point within the composition. This is not merely a linear construction but a framework that questions how the viewer’s gaze is directed within space. The eye motif embedded within the form underscores that the act of looking does not belong solely to the viewer; it also suggests that we, too, are being observed by the artwork itself.

The piece transcends mere optical and spatial perception, opening itself to ontological and symbolic interpretations. In Islamic art, the letter Vav symbolizes the beginning of existence, evoking the curled posture of a fetus in the womb. The artwork reinterprets this symbolism in a contemporary context, reflecting humanity’s existential journey through an abstract formal language. The organic movement shaped within the lines is not just a physical form but also an allusion to the preserved and ever-completing cycle of creation.

In this sense, the artwork is not merely an optical illusion; it extends an invitation to a mystical and conceptual journey. The divine love and connection represented by the name Al-Wadud (The All-Loving) are reimagined here through a visual language. The gaze ceases to be a mere act of seeing and evolves into a bidirectional interaction between the artwork and the viewer, deepening the sense of connection and being.

The Space of the Observer offers an interactive experience that transcends the surface, transforming the viewer from a passive observer into an active participant. By blurring the boundaries between seeing and being seen, it fuses the perceptual dimensions of optical art with conceptual inquiry. The artwork enables a reconsideration of space not only as a physical entity but also as a perceptual and metaphysical phenomenon.