atelier RZLBD maps democracy's path in sketch countdown to US presidential election

Atelier RZLBD RELEASES 100-day SKETCH COUNTDOWN TO US ELECTION

Artist and architect Reza Aliabadi of Atelier RZLBD releases 100 Iterations of Democracy, the latest entry in his ongoing 100 Series, just in time for the US presidential election. Starting on July 28 and continuing through November 4—the 100 days leading up to the election—he committed to creating a daily sketch. These iterative drawings comment on democracy, highlighting the ongoing, trial-and-error nature that underpins the concept. RZLBD’s 100 Series explores the possibilities of serial work, with each project governed by a strict set of rules and typological constraints, examining how creative potential emerges within a defined framework.

images courtesy of Atelier RZLBD | 100 Iterations of Democracy (1/100)

democracy as a work in progress through iterations

Toronto-based RZLBD reflects on democracy as an evolving system, drawing on Plato’s idea that ‘the democracy which is the fairest and most attractive to the multitude is often the most unstable.’ He suggests that democracy, as a concept, must remain dynamic and open to reinvention. When power becomes static or goes unchallenged, it risks consolidation and, ultimately, corruption. For Reza Aliabadi, democracy must stay in motion—always a work in progress that requires engagement and adaptation to retain its relevance.

100 Iterations of Democracy (10/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (20/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (30/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (40/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (50/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (60/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (70/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (80/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (90/100)

100 Iterations of Democracy (100/100)

project info:

name: 100 Iterations of Democracy
artist: RZLBD | @rzlbd_

medium: Ink on Acid Free Paper, 50 lb. (74 g/m2)

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edited by: thomai tsimpou | designboom