Through the Looking Glass

Artist(s)

Nazeeha Khalid Moumen Bilbeisi

Media

Glass Mirror, White Paper for Framing, Projector, Discreet Button Interface (Arduino-based, but not visible), MadMapper Software

Wide shot of installation with large oblong mirror-like frame hanging on the wall; adjacent are six framed images of individuals.

"Through the Looking Glass: Challenging Beauty Ideals" is an interactive art installation designed to challenge conventional beauty ideals, encourage self-acceptance, and celebrate the beauty of diversity. This multifaceted project merges the realms of visual art, cutting-edge technology, and social engagement to foster introspection and spark dialogue around the multifaceted nature of beauty. At the heart of the installation lies a glass mirror framed with pristine white paper. Rather than merely reflecting viewers' physical appearances, this unique mirror serves as a dynamic canvas for an immersive and transformative experience.

Close-up of framed images of individuals, mostly depicting faces and upper body hanging on the wall in rows of three.
A large oblong frame sits in the center of a white wall with an ornate brown outline and white painted center.
Sign on a golden prismatic background reading “Through the Looking Glass: Challenging Beauty Ideals” with an image of an ornate mirror and text in both English and Arabic.

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