Maryam Khalilzadehbin: My Mother Became a Bird

Description

My Mother Became a Bird is a poetic documentary narrating an animation about a girl who lost her mother.

She has a lot of questions about life and death and tells her story between her memory and fear of forgetting. Two stories alternate between the artist’s own present life and her mother’s lifetime. In the end, these two stories join together.

This project is a biographical and personal artistic work. The initial concept and screenplay have already been developed. It will take shape as an exhibition that combines animation, installation, and video art. Later on, the project will be adapted into a short, animated film.

The work is divided into four parts, with each episode titled: "Stove," "Sewing Machine," "Washing Machine," and "My Mother Became a Bird."

The visual concept to be explored involves traditional 2D animation using three different analog techniques: oil paint, charcoal, and object animation (using objects belonging to my mother) filmed under the camera.

The exhibition will include subtitles and voiceovers in multiple languages to ensure linguistic accessibility, with clear visual storytelling that transcends language barriers. Additionally, the physical installation will be designed to accommodate various mobility needs.