“The Third Space” is a 2022 series by Yousha Bashir, a multidisciplinary artist based in Tehran, Iran. This series exemplifies Bashir’s exploration of the intersection between digital and physical realms, challenging traditional perceptions of landscape and space.
In “The Third Space,” Bashir employs digital tools such as projectors, laser-cut stencils, and airbrushes to create vibrant, pixelated forms reminiscent of early internet graphics and 1990s bitmap drawing programs. This approach reflects his interest in how digital technology expands the conceptual boundaries of landscapes, inviting viewers to experience shifting layers of space and form.
One notable work from this series is an untitled acrylic on canvas piece measuring 243 x 194 cm (95 5/8 x 76 3/8 inches). This painting showcases Bashir’s meticulous attention to detail, surface texture, and composition, creating a sense of entering a digital ‘landscape.’
Bashir’s work has been exhibited internationally, including at Art Dubai in 2022, where “The Third Space” series was featured. His dynamic style continues to evolve, focusing on the relational study of form, the frame, and the surrounding space, effectively blurring the boundaries between virtual and physical realms.