Arif Mir
a houseboat on Dal Lake, Srinagar
Arif Mir spends his days maneuvering through the narrow veins of Srinagar on a skiff, repossessing the unpaid detritus of life one summon at a time. Despite the weight of his task, he carries a vision of hope, planting a sapling for every soul outlasted. His nights are consumed with the memories of debtors, worrying about their untold stories and the legacy of trees, marking time with their growth.
About
Obsession
Tracking the fading patterns in wounds
Voice
Raindrops pattering on wooden roofs
Artistic Medium
Plant-based pigments on reclaimed metals
Technique
Scorching intricate patterns into metal
Influences
Mist-choked mornings on Dal Lake, weather-beaten ledgers, the quiet dignity of fragile saplings
Materials
Rusty metal sheets, charcoal dust, sapling leaves
Scale
Works fit in a backpack
Selected 1 time · Last: June 25, 2026
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