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September 11, 2024
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Interview with Nazila Ahmadi | A Journey of Resilience and Artistic Expression

Nazila Ahmadi, an Iranian Afghan actress, filmmaker, and performance artist, embodies the spirit of perseverance and the power of creative expression. Her life’s journey, marked by migration, struggle, and determination, has shaped her into a powerful voice in the world of art. Today, Nazila’s work is a testament to her resilience and a celebration of her Afghan heritage, as she navigates the complexities of identity, displacement, and artistic freedom.

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September 3, 2024
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Interview with Daryoush Gharahzad | The Urban Chronicles of an Iranian Visionary

In contemporary art's diverse and expansive landscape, Mehrshad Khalili emerges as a creative force and a philosophical enquirer, delving into the essence of our interconnected existence. Born in 1993 in Mashhad, Iran, Khalili's artistic voyage began under the wing of Gilda Ehsan, who not only taught him the technique and how to see the world through an artist's eyes.

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Farhad Moshiri: A Legacy of Art and Cultural Fusion

Farhad Moshiri: A Legacy of Art and Cultural Fusion

Farhad Moshiri, born in 1963 in Shiraz, Iran, and passed away on July 16, 2024, stands as a towering figure in contemporary Iranian art. Renowned for his unique fusion of traditional Persian aesthetics with modern pop art elements, Moshiri's work reflects a nuanced commentary on cultural identity, consumerism, and globalization. His journey from the historic city of Shiraz to the art hubs of Los Angeles and back to Tehran encapsulates a life lived at the intersection of East and West, tradition and modernity.

June 13, 2024
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Interview with Mehrshad Khalili: A Journey of Resilience and Artistic Exploration

In contemporary art's diverse and expansive landscape, Mehrshad Khalili emerges as a creative force and a philosophical enquirer, delving into the essence of our interconnected existence. Born in 1993 in Mashhad, Iran, Khalili's artistic voyage began under the wing of Gilda Ehsan, who not only taught him the technique and how to see the world through an artist's eyes.

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May 16, 2024
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The Resonance of Tradition and Innovation: HOMAYOUN SHAJARIAN and ANOUSHIRAVAN ROHANI

On the exclusive evenings of May 11th and 12th, 2024, the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles was not just a venue but a gateway to a realm of musical enchantment. The performances by Homayoun Shajarian and Anoushiravan Rohani, accompanied by the Siavash Group, were not just part of a global tour but a rare, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the audience to witness the enduring charm and evolving nature of Iranian music up close.

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May 9, 2024
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Toomaj Salehi: The Defiant Voice of Protest and Freedom in Iranian Rap

Toomaj Salehi is a beacon of defiance and resilience against oppression in Iranian rap. Born on December 3, 1990, in Isfahan to Bakhtiari parents, Salehi's early life was marked by hardship. His father, a political prisoner, spent eight years incarcerated by the Islamic Republic, while his mother succumbed to cancer when he was just twelve. Raised in such an environment, Salehi grew up acutely aware of the oppressive realities of life under a regime that stifles freedom.

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Sohrab Sepehri: The Confluence of Poetry and Painting

Sohrab Sepehri: The Confluence of Poetry and Painting

In modern Persian literature and art annals, Sohrab Sepehri (October 7, 1928 – April 21, 1980) stands as a beacon of creative synthesis, a visionary who bridged the traditional with the avant-garde. Born in the historically rich city of Kashan, Iran, Sepehri's life and work were imbued with a profound sense of place and a deep reverence for nature, themes that would resonate through his poetry and paintings.