Scent of the Celestial Garden

Scent of the Celestial Garden
The performance Commissioned by Art Dubai , Curated
by Emiliano Valdes, Dubai
Sculptural dress, durational performance
Performance Duration – Total 2 hours
Sculptural dress – Rice paper, cloth, charcoal, Dry
Pastel, Acrylic, Acrylic Ink
2024
Sound design in collaboration with Haniya
Photo Courtesy: Art Dubai
My live performance, Scent of the Celestial Garden,
celebrates happiness and rejuvenation. To me, a
garden is a speculative space where aspirations, hopes,
and desires intertwine. The concept of scent reminds
me that within the depths of my internal existence, there
is a source of inspiration and a connection to something
greater.
My internal landscape transforms with each passing
season. As the grip of winter relinquishes its clasp,
nature bursts into colors. Blossoming flowers, mingling
with the earthy scent of freshly turned soil, orchestrate a
grand overture to herald the arrival of spring. The
appearance of spring is not just a change of season; it's
a cosmic celebration. In this season of rebirth, amidst
the chaos of life, nature reaches the zenith of its
fecundity. The notion of a garden where no earthly pain
exists, but is full of endless, divine love, is inspired by
Nandan Kanan (the garden of heaven) from Indian
mythology