 Farzaneh Azizpour Visual Artist Artist Bio: I was born and raised in Iran and have chosen Canada as my second home. My passion is painting and I am interested in fashion designing as well. Oil and color is the medium that I usually use for my painting. As I get inspired from any individual around myself, figurative expressive is the technique that I can express my feelings and my concepts about people around me in my works. I had several showcases inside my country and participated in exhibitions in France, USA, Italy and Turkey and I could get awarded as the best ten competitors among 100 participants in France. Since 2020, after my immigration to Canada I have had one exhibition in Calgary and I am a member of ICAI now.  Farzaneh Azizpour Farzaneh, your journey from Iran to Canada is truly inspiring. Can you share some of the key moments and experiences that have shaped your unique artistic perspective? My artistic journey commenced at the age of six, when my mother introduced me to the world of knitting. I fell in love with creating vibrant patterns for my dolls, shirts, and pants. However, it wasn't until my twenties, while pursuing a degree in X-Ray radiology technology at university, that I stumbled upon my true artistic calling. I encountered a transformative moment.  Farzaneh Azizpour - Oil on canvas 100*80 (Generation gap) One day in the university library, as I perused a magazine, I encountered a transformative moment. It was a piece of art by Claude Monet, including his captivating water lily series. As I examined the details and intricacies of Monet's work, something happened inside me. I eagerly embraced any opportunity to engage in artistic endeavours. An urge drove me to recreate that very image on my own canvas. The process of bringing Monet's masterpiece to life ignited a profound passion for painting within me. From that point on, I eagerly embraced any opportunity to engage in artistic endeavours; a painting session or anything that was somehow related to art, I always tried to participate in and enjoy it to this day. I followed my interest under the supervision of some well-known artists. Over time, this passion compelled me to pursue a degree in painting at the Art University of Tehran. I felt a spark inside me and in my heart when I succeeded. It was a turning point in my life, after which I couldn’t give it up anymore. When I achieved this milestone, a spark ignited within my heart, illuminating my path. It marked a significant turning point in my life, an irreversible commitment to my artistic journey. Prior to this revelation, I had considered painting as an unattainable dream, seemingly distant and beyond my grasp. Yet, in that transformative moment, I recognized the magnitude of my potential and the profound impact it would have on my life.  Farzaneh Azizpour- Oil on canvas 90*80 (Generation gap) 06.2019 Tehran-Iran. Your figurative expressive technique is captivating and personal. Could you tell us more about the emotions and concepts you aim to convey through your art, particularly in your works inspired by people around you? I get inspiration from seeing different people around me and get drawn to painting people around me. I find it captivating. Everybody has their own concept, their individual characteristics and are distinct from each other in their own lovely way. It draws me in. There are many people that I would like to paint and sometimes cannot find the opportunity. At times, the possibility isn’t there as some people are more private but I do like to paint many people around me and myself. Could you tell us more about your creative process? How do you decide on your subjects and the messages you want to convey through your figurative expressive technique? Well, at times, I discover that concepts already surround me. I don't always need to exert effort to uncover them; they can materialize in my mind before I even put paint to canvas. Over time, I work on bringing these concepts to life, one canvas at a time. There's a certain magic that occurs when I start painting. Could you tell us more about your creative process? How do you decide on your subjects and the messages you want to convey through your figurative expressive technique? Well, at times, I discover that concepts already surround me. I don't always need to exert effort to uncover them; they can materialize in my mind before I even put paint to canvas. Before starting you might have never thought about the work in the same way but once you start to have a relationship with the work on the canvas, you change your mind and create different meanings. It’s like a journey. What's fascinating is that sometimes, you're not entirely aware of what's happening within you. Given my current role as an X-Ray medical technician, I encounter individuals undergoing X-Ray scans, and I observe diverse compositions, densities, and unexpected elements within their bodies. This leads to surprising and previously unconsidered outcomes. For me, this process is truly remarkable, and I like to view performing X-Rays as a form of artistic creation.  Farzaneh Azizpour- Oil on canvas 100*80 (Generation gap) 03.2019 Tehran-Iran Achieving recognition as one of the top ten competitors among a hundred participants in France is an incredible accomplishment. Can you share the story behind this achievement and the impact it had on your career as an artist? I was among the hundred participants in this competition while I was residing in Iran at that time. I submitted my artwork to the exhibition, driven more by a desire to engage in the creative process than by any expectations of success. To my astonishment, I received the news that I had secured a place among the top ten competitors in the exhibition! The artwork I submitted comprised family portraits, depicting individuals from within a family side by side. I realized that the emotions and sentiments I felt toward these individuals had been beautifully captured in the final artwork. Perhaps, it was this emotional connection that resonated with the jury and influenced their response to my work.  Farzaneh Azizpour- Oil on canvas 100*90 (Generation gap) 03.2019 Tehran-Iran Your fashion design background adds depth to your portfolio! How do painting and fashion intersect creatively, and what challenges and rewards come with balancing these passions? Where does your fashion inspiration originate, and how do you manage both pursuits in your creative life? Fashion design is a profound passion of mine. However, it's essential to acknowledge that after immigrating, I faced a myriad of challenges. When you embark on a new chapter in your life, you often find yourself starting from scratch, and this transition can be exceptionally challenging. There were times when I wholeheartedly dedicated myself to my job, recognizing the need for stability. Yet, I've now reached a point where I can focus more on my artistic endeavours, primarily because I've gained the privacy and space that were previously lacking. Currently, I'm contemplating the path ahead, pondering whether to prioritize fashion design, painting, or perhaps to explore a fusion of both in my creative journey! Since joining ICAI and moving to Canada in 2020, you've continued to exhibit your art in Calgary. How has this new environment influenced your work, and what can we expect to see from you in the future as you continue to explore your artistic path? One significant challenge I encountered was establishing the necessary solitude and a private space. I've been striving to cultivate an environment that aligns with my preferences and provides the space for undisturbed creativity. As any artist can attest, the act of painting is distinct, with its own unique process. It necessitates certain conditions that allow your ideas to take center stage and flourish. It's not something that can be conjured at any given moment. Right now I am interested in and thinking about creating work around the revolution and the movement that is currently happening in my country. There are developments occurring there that deeply trouble me. I aspire to channel those concerns into my art and help bring about positive changes. I aim to use my art as a means to amplify voices because as you may know, artists often prefer to communicate through their work rather than words. They seek to convey their emotions, feelings, and expressions through their art—a testament to the beauty of visual language. It doesn't require a shared spoken language; it transcends linguistic barriers. You can forge connections with others just with your art. It is really a miracle, I think.  Farzaneh Azizpour- Oil on canvas 100*80 (Generation gap) 02.2020 Tehran-Iran Follow Farzaneh:
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