Transplant(N)nation: Exploring the Intersection of Identity and Environment

As a contemporary Iranian artist, my artwork reflects a unique perspective on identity and the environment. Growing up in Iran and experiencing migration firsthand has deeply influenced my artistic vision and the themes I explore. My heritage and cultural background inform the way I approach my work, offering a lens through which to view the intersections of identity, displacement, and the natural world.

I delve into the inherent connection between the natural world and human migrations, drawing inspiration from both human and plant life observations. My work reflects a fascination with human-geographical narratives and their interconnection to my personal experiences, highlighting the ways in which nature connects to the multiple meanings of 'home' and 'displacement'. Through my art, I create unique landscapes and portraits that provoke questions about the immense, borderless reach of nature, which is immune to cultural and political divisions. Ultimately, my work invites contemplation about how immigrants inevitably search for and reconstruct familiar topographies in a new, ostensibly foreign land.