Untitled (068) 2002

Rafa Nasiri made this untitled artwork, which appears to be watercolor and ink on paper, with an approach to mark-making that feels intuitive, almost like a dance. Look at the way the colors bleed and blend, the soft edges contrasting with the sharp, calligraphic lines. There's a real sense of layering, with the earthy tones giving way to bursts of gold and the delicate script floating above. The texture is subtle, almost like the paper itself is breathing. It’s as if Nasiri is letting the materials do their thing, guiding them but not forcing them. This approach makes me think of Cy Twombly, especially in the way both artists use writing as a visual element. Both explore a space of pure imagination. The piece is open to interpretation. It's like a whisper of a memory, just out of reach.