Sahar Manri

Among all the fields I’ve explored, art is the only one that allows me to truly be myself. It’s where I can follow my heart without fear, experiment with new ideas, and find my identity through painting. Creating what I love every day feels like my soul’s mission on this planet. Art enables me to leave something behind—something that brings joy to homes and lasts forever.

This realization came to me after a major life change: my immigration. It was a challenging experience that forced me to be apart from my dog and family, yet it brought me closer to my true self. From childhood, I loved drawing, though my passion for animals once led me to dream of becoming a veterinarian. However, I realized over time that my sensitivity to their suffering wasn’t suited for that path. Instead, I began to paint animals—always happy, colorful, and full of life. My love for animals and nature naturally flowed into my vibrant and lively depictions, capturing their energy on canvas.

I embarked on an adventure to discover myself, exploring many fields before returning to art, my true calling. For me, art goes beyond reality—I want my viewers to feel something, to experience the creativity flowing through my paintings. I draw inspiration from nature, ...

PhD in Environmental Planning (Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, 2020)
Master in Environmental Planning (Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, 2016)
Bachelor's in Art Management (Sooreh University, 2011)
Diploma in Graphic Design (Art School, 2008)

Group Exhibition, Arta Gallery, Toronto,2025,
Group Exhibition, Arta Gallery, Toronto, Canada 2024
Group Exhibition, Arta Gallery, Toronto, Canada 2023
Group Exhibition, Tajrish, Tehran, Iran 2015
Solo Exhibition at Arasbaran Art Center, Iran 2012
Group Exhibition, Sooreh Exhibition, 2010