Saleema Hashimi inaugurated an exhibition of sculptures by Saroop Soofi at the Alhamra Art Council on Saturday, where people belonging to different walks of life had come to see the magnificent innovations of the young artist.
Prolific art pieces were giving a new vision, with sculptures at the exhibition, as people stood around them looking at the pieces for several minutes. The crowd was amazed by the new ideas used by the artiest Saroop Soofi. 8 pieces related to different social aspects were displayed at the Alhamra. Every piece of sculpture has a contextual concept behind it. The unique material used in the art work highlighted the work even more.
One of the most talked about work was the ‘The Love Foolosophy’ which was a stuffed donkey made of swarovski crystals artificial fur and synthetic wool.
While talking to Pakistan Today Saroop Soofi said the title of the piece explained the concept itself. “When anybody is in love, irrespective for what it is for, it could be for a girl or a boy it can be for money, power or fame, it turns the victim blind,” said Saroop.
“The eye pads on the eyes of the donkey symbolises the blindness one faces once indulged in love,” she added. Saroop says her work draws upon opposing element that she observes in her surroundings and her person experiences.
She was of the view that abjection attractions and repulsion were the main ideas that she boldly expressed through her art works. She said that the sarcasm also plays an import role as she slyly yet playfully mock masculinity.
Saroop said despite the darkness and sombre leaning, her art did not lack humour, which she felt, was vital for survivals in the current chaotic socio-political situation. “Apparently, a morbid element in my works is usually there and I juxtapose morbidity with beauty: I pick up ordinary things which are conventionally conceived to be ugly and create an aesthetic dimension which appeals to the imagination”, said Saroop. Ayesha Khan, a student of arts, said Saroop’s work was inspirational for her. “The challenging work encourages students to touch new dimensions in the world of sculpture as well as to innovate in what ever category of art you belong in”, said Ayesha.
