About

"As a painter based in the Netherlands, I work primarily with acrylic paint on canvas and paper, building layers of color and texture in an expressive process. My starting point is often an intuitive, improvisational background, allowing the subject to emerge organically from the initial layers of paint. The subject emerges organically, often suggested by a chance juxtaposition of colors, a form glimpsed within the abstract layers, or a feeling evoked by the initial washes of paint. I embrace chance and spontaneity, using brushes, palette knives, cardboard, and other tools to apply paint with dynamic brushstrokes and textures. This approach allows for a sense of spontaneity in the work, surprising both myself and the viewer. People are my primary inspiration. I am fascinated by human behavior and strive to create paintings that encourage viewers to think beyond surface appearances and consider multiple perspectives. I am drawn to the beauty found in imperfection, seeking to capture the unique essence of each individual through expressive gestures, subtle nuances of color, and the overall composition. My work explores the idea that there is no single reality, but rather an illusion, inviting viewers to create their own meaning and interpretations. I believe that each individual should forge their own path and create personal meaning, rather than passively following mass culture. I do not aim to dictate a specific message, but rather to offer an opportunity for viewers to engage with the work and discover their own truths. For me, the creative process is about enjoying the journey of discovery, never fixating on a predetermined end result. My current work explores the challenging dialogue between perception, interpretation, and the ever-shifting nature of reality, often using contrast and form to invite the viewer into a conversation with the painting. I hope my art will resonate with viewers on an emotional level, prompting reflection and sparking conversations about the human condition."

Geboren en getogen in Iran ben ik in 1994 naar Nederland gekomen. Met kennis van fotografie ben ik film-, en theater design gaan studeren aan de Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam. Ik ben daar in 2005 afgestudeerd als "artdirector". Ik ben gespecialiseerd in "community art". Tijdens een community art project ga ik met een groep deelnemers ( minimaal 2 personen, geen maximaal aantal deelnemers) aan de slag om een kunstwerk te maken. Kunst is voor mij geen doel! Kunst is een "middel" en "gereedschap" die ik in verschillende workshops inzet, om een ander doel te bereiken. Een doel kan zijn bijvoorbeeld meer zelfkennis opbouwen, jezelf verder ontwikkelen of of je denkpatron te veranderen.