Sura 8:12 (2015)
The literal
interpretation of the Quran by Isis and other terror groups such as Boko Haram,
Al Qaeda and Al Shabaab has led to unspeakable atrocities, the destruction of
ancient sites and the persecution of many.
This work was
inspired by the beheading videos which too often adorn our screens and the
heads are those of actual victims. The heads of such victims are usually
displayed as trophies to be mocked and ridiculed, or even kicked around as
soccer balls. The symbol shown in the work is the symbol painted on the homes
of Christians during the destruction of the city of Mosul.
One feels
helpless in the face of such horror. There is a need to speak out, to protest,
to do SOMETHING – to not be found ‘fiddling whilst Rome burns’.
With this
artwork I hope to give the victims dignity and prominence in a way which lauds
their courage in the face of certain death.
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