Roya Nazari Najafabadi: Threads of Resilience

​Using traditional symbols with contemporary techniques, Iranian American artist Roya Nazari Najafabadi explores the complex intersections between identity, culture, and art. Drawing from her Iranian heritage, she creates visual stories expressing resilience in spite of conflicts both internal and external; her work encourages viewers to reflect on the complexity of identity, nurturing a compassionate and inclusive global society.​