In art, dots are far more than simple, repetitive marks. When used with intention, they can suggest an energy field or a powerful aura surrounding the central subject—an unseen force radiating outward and giving life to the composition.

The use of dots as a distinct visual language gained global recognition in the 1970s through the iconic work of Aboriginal artists from Australia’s central and western desert regions. The Papunya Tula artists pioneered a style where dots conveyed sacred stories, ancestral paths, and connections to the land. Today, dot art is practiced in high school classrooms and by professional artists alike, a testament to its visual and symbolic richness.

Artistically, dots serve multiple purposes. They create texture, imply depth and shading, and can suggest movement, rhythm, or even vibration. In my photographic series, dots become part of a larger visual dialogue—working not as background noise, but as structural components that shape form, texture, and emphasis.

Symbolically, a dot often represents a point of origin—a seed, a spark, the beginning of existence. It is a focal point that holds potential, concentration, and consciousness. In this series, the use of dots bridges the subconscious and the visual, subtly drawing the eye toward the central subject while alluding to greater concepts such as unity, continuity, and infinity.

Through this lens, a dot is never just a dot. It becomes metaphor, movement, memory, and meaning.