Zhina was created to honor the women of Iran and the freedom movement they are leading. Zhina (Mahsa) Amini was killed by the morality police for not properly wearing her hijab. Her death sparked one of the most powerful uprisings in history led by women. Zhina represents the freedom expressed in the hair flowing in the wind that has been a symbol of the movement from the beginning. Panels of red fabric covered with paintings, messages, and poetry created by a number of international artists, create passages for the audiences to explore. The audio/visual content designed to tell a more personal story of the movement. At the heart of the installation there will be an intimate space that will be a place to connect, reflect, share, and heal.
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Zhina by Mortez Ansari & Konoon Studio

Photo by: Dan Adams

Year: 2023

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Zhina was created to honor the women of Iran and the freedom movement they are leading. Zhina (Mahsa) Amini was killed by the morality police for not properly wearing her hijab. Her death sparked one of the most powerful uprisings in history led by women. Zhina represents the freedom expressed in the hair flowing in the wind that has been a symbol of the movement from the beginning. Panels of red fabric covered with paintings, messages, and poetry created by a number of international artists, create passages for the audiences to explore. The audio/visual content designed to tell a more personal story of the movement. At the heart of the installation there will be an intimate space that will be a place to connect, reflect, share, and heal.

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