Kiko 2016
Parramasala Festival, Paramatta, NSW
I was commissioned to create a mascot for the Parramasala Festival, one of the largest multicultural festivals in New South Wales.
The result was Kiko, a seven-metre-high inflatable sculpture decorated with my bold blue and white illustrations. At night, the sculpture glowed brightly, symbolizing the vibrancy of cultural exchange.
The blue and white color palette, rooted in the Islamic world and Asia and embraced by Europe and the Americas, is globally recognized in ceramics.
I incorporated the 'V' hand gesture, often seen in selfies, to represent a peaceful coming together of people. Through this design, I aimed to unite different cultures visually.
Designed by Vipoo Srivilasa
Commissioned by City of Parramatta Council
Curated by Sue Spence, Parramasala Festival Producer
Fabricated by The Inflatable Event Company PTY Ltd
