REFLECTIONS | Roya Nazari Najafabadi

Roya Nazari Najafabadi's work explores the true nature of human beings and environmental issues through emotionally charged artworks. Her aim is to invite viewers into her intellectual space, encouraging contemplation of the emotions she portrays, such as tragedy, anger, pain, chaos, and depression.  The recent works in this exhibition explore the experiences and struggles of Iranian women, including their resilience and quest for freedom. She seeks to tell stories through her art that otherwise would be kept silent, and raise awareness about the social/political challenges faced by Iranian Women today. She says about her upcoming exhibition:  "REFLECTIONS captures my artistic journey and the collective Iranian experiences of Iranian women. It highlights their strength, creativity, and unwavering spirit."

The opening reception on July 17 (6-9 pm) will include a Celebration of Iranian Culture through:

• a Kodachrome slide show presentation by Stephan F. Kistler, documenting his travels and experiences in Iran way back during a spring break in 1976, when he was a student at ETH Zurich, and got invited by a friend and fellow student to visit his country and travel with his family; 
• a delicious sampling of Persian cuisine; 
• and a curated program of Persian background music.

This exhibition, and the opening event festivities, are co-sponsored by and created in collaboration with the Twin Cities Iranian Culture Collective, as part of their Annual Iranian Culture Festival.
 

About the Artist

Roya Nazari Najafabadi is a painter and multidisciplinary artist.  Originally from Iran, she now lives in Minneapolis.  She is currently studying for an MFA at the University of Minnesota. 

Gallery Hours:

By Appointment (651) 895 6203; stephanfkistler@gmail.com) 

Gallery/Venue Details

ArT @ 967 Payne is a collaborative studio, co-working and gallery space for a diverse and inclusive community of artists and entrepreneurs working, exhibiting, selling, teaching, and making a positive impact on the East Side of St. Paul.  Our storefront gallery exhibitions change monthly, featuring a combination of local resident artists, invited guest artists and community art and cultural events.