Growing up in Tehran and Sydney, I have always been fascinated by how light has a completely different character in each city. My background in architecture has made me keenly aware of space and light. This awareness carries through in my art practice.  The light encapsulates the history of a space; the cracked walls, garden views, furniture frozen in time.

 

These differences define my place in the world, the nostalgia of a past that shaped who I am, and my present reality. I feel connected to both and neither worlds at the same time. This has been the focus of my painting in recent years.

 

My practice is a combination of painting and drawing. From a young age, my favorite materials have been charcoal and soft pastels. I find drawing a comfortable way to express myself and explore ideas. More recently I have been focusing on oil painting and am excited for the journey ahead.