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Children’s ‘The Little Black Fish’ opens with Yalda theme
This showcase features the works of 15 young artists, who have brought their creativity to life using innovative printing techniques and the exquisite art of Ecoline under the guidance of facilitator Maliheh Darbandsari.
The exhibition aims to capture the essence of Yalda, known as the longest night of the year in Iranian culture—a time when stories blossom from the darkness, and legends come alive. The narrative echoes the tales of Samad Behrangi, a beloved storyteller whose voice resonates through the memories of this special night. His stories of courage, embodied in the smallest of fish, inspire young hearts to seek out vast oceans of hope and freedom.
“Even the smallest light can pierce the darkest of nights,” Behrangi once wrote, and this exhibition seeks to illuminate that truth. With pomegranates symbolizing life and resilience, each piece in the exhibition tells a story of struggle against darkness and the breaking of walls of doubt. The night of Yalda, adorned with the red of pomegranates and the magic of Samad’s tales, takes on a vibrant hue as the hopes and dreams of both small and large beings come together.
The exhibition, featuring creative prints by illustrator Farshid Moqaddam, blends themes of bravery, freedom, and the joy of life. The children, like the little black fish, dive into the depths of Iranian traditions and myths, painting new vistas of hope, courage, and the discovery of the unknown.