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About the Artist

In my world, art is not merely a tool for expression—it is a space for discovering identity, exploring meaning, and creating experiences that challenge both the mind and the senses. Through painting, illustration, and conceptual art, I strive to uncover the hidden layers of the “self” and the “other,” and to reinterpret the stories that shape individual and collective identity. My mission is to inspire, to open dialogue, and to invite audiences to see the world anew—a world where everyone finds the opportunity to redefine themselves.

Atiyeh Vadood is a visual artist, illustrator, and contemporary art researcher whose works traverse the boundaries between painting, installation, video art, photography, and interactive illustration. Her art often centers on themes of identity, lived experience, and a questioning of meaning and time—resulting in novel and unexpected narratives.

Her professional path is marked by academic research and participation in both national and international exhibitions and festivals. Over the years, Atiyeh has deepened her studies on the phenomenology of image and interactive art while nurturing a passion for empowering the next generation of artists. This passion led her to found the “Honar-e No, Zehn-e No” Art Academy, an institution focused on creativity and personal branding for visual artists. She is also the author of “Beyond the Goal: A Hundred Ways to Discover an Artist’s Personal Mission,” reflecting her enduring commitment to questions of identity and individual artistic journeys.

Firmly believing in the transformative power of art and identity, Atiyeh Vadood strives—through her work, teaching, and research—to inspire change, curiosity, and the courage to live authentically.
You can discover her latest projects and new directions here. For more information or collaboration opportunities, her complete CV is available for interested audiences.