Artist Statement
“Panoramic Digital Painting: Tehran Panoramic Museum” is a monumental artwork that aims to encapsulate the history of the Iran-Iraq War in Khoramshahr from 1979 to 1981. The painting spans over 2000 square meters and is displayed inside the museum dome using 36 projectors to create a 360-degree visual narrative, offering an immersive experience for the viewers.
This unique fusion of art, technology, and history required a blend of artistic vision, digital expertise, and historical research. The narrative unfolds through interconnected scenes, capturing different phases of the war, from chaos to moments of humanity amidst destruction, and finally, to liberation. The use of 36 projectors inside the museum dome enhances the immersive quality of the artwork, inviting viewers to step into the heart of historical events and experience them with immediacy and intensity.
Ultimately, “Panoramic Digital Painting: Tehran Panoramic Museum” seeks to honor the resilience of the human spirit in times of adversity and foster a deeper understanding of the complexities and nuances of this period in Iranian history. It aims to evoke emotion and empathy, connect viewers with the universal human experiences of conflict and triumph, and stand as a testament to the power of art to capture and convey the depth of human experience.