Paul Maziar and Hoa Nguyen's Ouroboros Symbolism Explored in 2015 Artcritical Feature

Paul Maziar collaborated with poet Hoa Nguyen on a project titled "ouroboros," referencing the ancient symbol of a serpent consuming its own tail. The work was featured on Artcritical's platform on March 31, 2015. The ouroboros represents cyclical renewal and self-sustaining systems, themes central to their artistic exploration. This collaboration between visual artist and poet examined mythological imagery through contemporary creative practice. The project was documented through Artcritical's WordPress-powered website, which published the entry at 2:26 PM. The platform allowed for RSS feed subscriptions and reader engagement through comments and trackbacks. The work's title directly invoked the symbolic creature that sustains itself through self-consumption.