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My Art is a bridge from the past to the present. It is a deep dive in researching Art, imagery, symbolism, and culture from Ancient Iran to the present. I came across birds and the metaphor of flying in so many areas in my research. After immigrating from Iran to the United state, my history and traditional Iranian Art research became deeper. There are multiple metaphorical senses and external intentions in bird and flying via Art and philosophy. In painting, the most recognized uses of birds are in Golo Morgh Style (flower and Birds) in traditional Persian Painting. In classic Persian poetry, conference of the birds, celebrated literary masterpiece of Persian literature by poet Farid ud-Din Attar, commonly known as Attar of the poem, the birds of the world gather to decide who is to be their sovereign, as they have none. The wisest of them all, the hoopoe, suggests that they should find the legendary Simorgh. Each bird represents a particular type of person with certain virtues or vices. For example, the birds are greedy, lazy, fearful, arrogant, and so on. Attar's poem is a mirror to see parts of ourselves and others. And Flying is a metaphor for walking on a spiritual path. Iran revolution in 1979 was the first wave of imagination. In contemporary literature, Birds symbolize immigrants, and Flying is a metaphor for Immigration, and metaphor of the bird shifted into Immigration Parandeye Mohajer (immigrant bird) by poet Iraj Janati Ataee is great. I studied Persian Tradition motifs in my bachelor of Art in Tabriz, Iran. The motifs I'm using in this work are based on my teachings and research in Iranian painting and miniatures. This body of work reflects my life as an immigrant in the United States and my research of ancient Iran and traditional Iranian Art. the medium and colors also reflect my art journey. Spray paint reflects my background in Street art, a bridge from the street to the gallery. A bridge from past to present.
2023
Acrylic on Canvas
One-of-a-kind Artwork
36 W x 48 H x 1 D in
Not Framed
Yes
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Keyvan Shovir is an Iranian contemporary artist. He started his career in the early 2000s when graffiti emerged as an art form in Iran. Shovir's art is characterized by colorful and vibrant imagery, often depicting human figures and abstract forms. His works can be seen on walls, buildings, and other public spaces in Tehran and other cities in Iran. In addition to his graffiti works, Shovir also creates paintings and sculptures. His paintings often feature bold and expressive brushwork, while his sculptures explore themes of identity and social issues. Shovir's art is influenced by his experiences growing up in a country where graffiti was not widely accepted as an art form. He sees his art as a form of expression to challenge societal norms and expectations. Shovir has participated in numerous exhibitions and art events in Iran and internationally as a contemporary artist. His works have been featured in galleries and museums, showcasing the growing recognition of graffiti as a legitimate art form. Through his art, Keyvan Shovir aims to inspire and provoke thought among viewers by questioning social and political issues. He believes that art can be a powerful tool for change and hopes to contribute to the cultural transformation currently happening in Iran. Shovir's work has been well-received by the public and has garnered critical acclaim. He has received awards and recognition for his contributions to the art scene in Iran, and his works have been collected by art enthusiasts in Iran and abroad. As one of the pioneers of graffiti art in Iran, Keyvan Shovir continues to push the art form's boundaries and challenge the traditional notions of what art can be. His unique and vibrant style has made him a beloved figure in the Iranian art community, and his works continue to inspire and captivate audiences both locally and internationally.
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