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DiaporamaStory of a word
Said Dokins is an internationally recognized and formally trained calligrapher and multi-disciplinary artist. He draws inspiration from his Mexican roots, graffiti, Mesoamerican Pre-Hispanic symbolism and elements from adaptations of multiple forms of calligraphy to create his unique visual signature. Dokin’s work focuses on the aesthetic potential of words and letters, allowing them to morph into overlapping patterns and textures. He conducts intensive research for his pieces, approaching each one in a scholarly manner. For his time in Stavanger with Nuart, Dokins conducted multiple interviews with both locals and immigrants to the area, in a quest to distil meaning into one impactful word which represented the shared experience of both parties. Ultimately he isolated the term
Said Dokins (1983 –)
Explore said dokins' impactful contemporary art! This Mexican artist creates large-scale public interventions using calligraphic gestures to address social issues. Recognized as a leading photographer & creative force.
Nuart Festival (Stavanger, Norway)
Discover Nuart Festival, Stavanger's vibrant street art celebration! Explore murals, stencils & contemporary urban art transforming the city into an open-air gallery since 2001.
About this artwork
- Title: Story of a word
- Artist: Said Dokins
- Year: 2018
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Nuart Festival
- Main color: Celadon
- Color hue: Blue-Violet to Rose
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