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|San Diego, California

QZ, a visual artist and refugee in the U.S., is a person of resilience and dignity. In a world filled with pain and darkness, QZ has carved out a unique place for himself through his art exhibitions that focus on human rights. He aspired to offer protection to society through his art, but instead faced the hellish pursuit of ISIS, forcing him to flee his homeland, Iraq, in 2011.

QZ's journey has been more than just an escape; it's been a traverse through realms of suffering and trauma. After surviving the grips of terrorism and psychological torture, he continued his life as a displaced refugee in America, where he lives under careful, ongoing mental health treatment. Having lost all his wealth and possessions during his arduous journey, he has had to take on simple jobs in the U.S., not only to earn a living but to stay alive. Each day, QZ struggles between his emotional pain and his new reality, striving to find a place of peace and healing in a world that has not been kind to his suffering.

Master's Degree in the Influence of Politics on Art: Exploring the Interplay Between Political Dynamics and Artistic Expression

A professional artist with a Master’s degree in Fine Arts and over 33 years of experience in the art world, QZ has made a mark through various accomplishments. His journey includes distinguished exhibitions, teaching roles, and working with children with disabilities, alongside his role as a professor's assistant. His portfolio reflects a diverse range of skills in graphic art, oil painting, acrylics, watercolor, Photoshop, drawing, digital art, and charcoal and pencil.

Yet, beneath these impressive achievements lies a profound and undeniable sadness. QZ endures deep psychological pain as a result of past traumas, which casts a somber shadow over his artistic endeavors. Each piece he creates, from graphic art to oil painting, acrylics, watercolor, Photoshop, drawing, digital art, and charcoal and pencil, carries the weight of his internal struggles.

While his art showcases his technical prowess and aesthetic sensitivity, it also conveys a painful narrative of internal conflict and suffering. Every brushstroke and intricate detail in his work reflects part of his emotional scars and his ongoing quest for healing. In his artistic world, deep emotions intertwine with beauty, telling the story of an artist who confronts his inner bat...