Mariam’s artistic style is rooted in cultural aesthetics, drawing from personal observations, emotions, and experiences in a world that is both connected and divided. Through visual narratives, Mariam explores themes of touch, trust, and transformation, focusing on street-side professions tied to grooming, self-care, and beauty.
This journey begins with self-reflection, capturing the natural textures of human skin—goosebumps, wrinkles, and curves—each shaped by physical and emotional stimuli. A spectrum of genders is represented, alongside external influences that add complexity. Intricate shadows throughout the work symbolize the cycle of life, illustrating resilience, beauty, and cultural identity. Shaving, a central metaphor in Mariam’s work, represents empowerment through grooming and care, reinforcing human values and social bonds. It symbolizes renewal for men, resilience for women, transformation for transgender individuals, and the transition from innocence to maturity for children.
Through this exploration, Mariam highlights how aesthetics shape identity and how these everyday rituals reflect the broader human experience.
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