Adnan Mosallaei: Painting What Survives Time
An editorial essay examining the symbolic realism of Iranian visual artist Adnan Mosallaei through two paintings that explore memory, history, identity, and what endures across time.
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Nasser Taghvai: The Quiet Maverick of Iranian Cinema
A tribute to Nasser Taghvai, the pioneering Iranian filmmaker whose poetic realism and cultural insight shaped a generation — from My Uncle Napoleon to Captain Khorshid.
Continue ReadingThe 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.
Continue ReadingNicky Nodjoumi: Let’s Talk
Born in Kermanshah, Iran, in 1942, Brooklyn-based artist Nicky Nodjoumi has developed a significant career that seamlessly integrates art with themes of global political discourse. His educational odyssey commenced at the Tehran University of Fine Arts and culminated with a Master's in Fine Arts from The City College of New York in 1974. His return to Tehran, joining the faculty of his alma mater, marked a pivotal moment in his artistic journey.
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