Unveiled is an installation art project that delves into the complex intersections of displacement, identity, and socio-political activism, it specifically focuses on the ‘burnt generation’ in Iran and the ongoing struggles of diaspora communities. Drawing on personal experiences and collective memory, the project incorporates various materials and symbols that represent the tension between oppression, resistance, and healing.
The immersive installations feature a combination of domestic objects, eucalyptus oil, and dramatic sound elements (such as monologues and dialogue) to evoke the challenges of living in exile. By recontextualising everyday materials, such as charcoal, severed hair, and thread, the work reflects on the personal and political consequences of forced migration.
Central to the project is the use of light and shadow to manipulate space, creating an emotional and contemplative atmosphere. The interplay of these elements draws attention to themes of diaspora, resilience, and identity, questioning how one’s sense of self is affected by displacement and exile.
Key symbols, such as severed hair, speak to recent Iranian protests and the Women, Life, Freedom movement. The presence of charcoal which references both the burnt generation and traditional cultural practices adds layers of meaning related to destruction and renewal. The use of eucalyptus oil, a material symbolizing both Iran and Australia, serves as a metaphor for diaspora, healing, and continuity, connecting past and present identities.