Arslan Farooqi
The Sea Closed
Gouache on Paper
22.5 x 29.5 inches
2026
This series explores the delicate tension between trust and uncertainty, where acts of faith become gestures of resilience. Inspired by timeless stories of surrender, my work reflects on what it means to release control and embrace the unknown. I am fascinated by the point where fate and choice intersect, where letting go is an act of strength rather than weakness. Through patterns that echo the rhythms of nature and textures that evoke the flow of water, I seek to capture the quiet moments of reckoning we all face.
These paintings are not just visual narratives but reflections on the human condition—how we navigate the unseen forces that shape our lives. This series is a meditation on finding balance in the midst of chaos, trusting in the journey even when the destination is unclear.
Arslan Farooqi
