Noor

The artwork takes inspiration from the verse: light upon light” (The Quran, 24:35). The Arabic word "Noor” means light that has no heat; that is moonlight. Drawing on the core pattern “Mashrabiya”, the traditional window lattices found in Arabic architecture, these turned wood pieces act to emanate “Noor” towards the circular objects surrounding it. This radial sequencing possesses an unending beauty that refers to the growth patterns found in life, in trees, in the spread of light and the practice of faith.

Bio
Noha Mukhtar is a Saudi designer, woodturner and maker. Her design philosophy is to translate spiritual meanings into artworks that enhance viewers’ psychological well-being. Her work takes inspiration from god’s creation through the study of mathematical patterns in nature. She uses Islamic geometric principles such as repetition, symmetry, unity and balance to create new patterns. She is currently making installations by assembling wood-turning pieces and creating a harmonious experience alluding to the wisdom of her belief.