Benny Or's work explores how humans attribute meaning and power to the inanimate, describing his paintings as "portraits" of objects. Using a blend of traditional and digital techniques, he composes imagery and sculptures that blur the line between documented past and collective lore, questioning our capacity to resurrect lost histories and the fallibility of memory. Or's compositions often feature close-ups, iconic portrayals that hover between representation and abstraction, and his distinctive use of color intensifies the psychological connection between viewer and object, deepening our complex relationship with his subjects. A recurring theme in his work is the transformation of states—light to darkness, life to death, vibrancy to decay—in which objects reveal their most profound symbolism. As a queer member of the diaspora, Or is keen on exploring the intersections of cultural memory, identity, and belonging, while also reaching beyond personal experience to address the anthropological threads that connect human history.