ADVERTISEMENT

The works of the Iranian illustrator Alireza Pakdel criticize the current patterns of behavior in society and propose a reflection on issues that are left aside by a large part of the modern-day population.

In the images below, the artist is trying to address several themes such as capitalism, consumerism, technology, and the harm caused by humans to nature and animals who have to live in pollution.

We featured the author’s work here at Bored Panda a few months ago with his comics portraying the sacrifice of health professionals in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, right now we would like to share some of his new work that takes on a different perspective and touches the morals and values of modern-day society.

More info: Instagram | Facebook

#8

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Shelley DuVal
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even though the kids accidently lobbed the ball through her window, and they are waiting to be yelled at by her, instead she brings back their ball and feeds them. Meanwhile the arsewipe in the other houses is berating the kids when its actually none of his business.

Yoga Kitty
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I saw something totally different in this picture - the girls, covering their hair, are being scolded for playing too loud and even their bird has its beak tied shut and is not allowed to express itself, whereas the boys are offered cookies even though they broke the old lady's window with their ball. So, nothing "cute" at all here - I would like to hear the artist's interpretation on this one.

CharliAnn Olney
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Only boys get treats. Girls get screamed at. This my friends is the Middle East you think is so cute!

Dave In MD
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The broken glass is on the out side so the old woman broke the window by throwing the ball from the inside. Why is she luring the kids with food?

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
#13

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Bisexual bean
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i like the symbolism behind this. both sides are going to war for what they believe in, and it shows how neither side is "evil", just strong opinions. and however they choose to express those opinions, they chose to let innocent people stay safe.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#18

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
KitKatss
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People trying to keep mainstream and make their lives look perfect, making their lives worse instead, the sacrifices some people make are too great and pointless sometimes, this is just sad

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#25

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Jayne Kyra
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh please, I was a child before the era of smartphones and many preferred books to playing with others, including myself. Even now kids are encouraged to play, or were before schools went online. Also this: FpOXy1U.jpg FpOXy1U.jpg

View more commentsArrow down menu
Continue reading with Bored Panda Premium
Unlimited content
Ad-free browsing
Dark mode
#32

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
JENAVIVE RIVERA
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

its really smart if you cannot afford one but althogh you could find one some where they are the type of trash now and days

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#35

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Coala Cat
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's upsetting to see discarded masks on the ground of almost every shopping area.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#46

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Coala Cat
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Makes me think of mega churches or politicians, not owning up to their promises.

View more commentsArrow down menu
#47

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
#48

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Elizabeth Gardner
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

point taken. The fat guy on the loaf of bread swing has it all being pushed by the little one who has nothing and is bound by poverty. How sad but so very true

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#49

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Elizabeth Gardner
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah yes the sheer idiocy of those who think they can do it all while driving and F..k the rest of the world.

#51

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Lucy Skinner
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it is about richer people not caring (or seeing) about how much they are hurting others, especially those with led power

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#54

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Coala Cat
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Person up top telling others they can achieve and live the same dream too.

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#57

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Elizabeth Gardner
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As yes the oil barons have it all and there are those who are poverty stricken even in the richest of nations. They never reap the riches and you have to ask why?

#60

41 Illustrations That Question Modern Society By An Iranian Artist

alirezapakdel_artist Report

Add photo comments
POST
Kindness is Everything
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Does anyone know what this means (normally I'd google translate but I don't know how I could here)

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu