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Professional Summary :

 

From the beginning of my photographic journey, I have immersed myself in the pursuit of

international recognition, shaping my identity as an artist with a global vision and impact.

With a career spanning more than two decades, my lens has documented the nuances of

diverse cultures and human experiences — from the vibrant and bustling streets of Tehran to

the serene and contemplative landscapes of Japan. The international stage gradually became a

canvas for my work, leading to prestigious honors such as the Grand Prize at the Nikon Photo

Contest (2021) and the First Place Award at Pictures of the Year Asia (2022). I am also

recognized as a holder of the UK Global Talent Visa in Photography under the Exceptional

Talent pathway, which further underlines the global resonance of my practice. My

photographs have been exhibited across the world, including the Nikon Photo Exhibition in

Tokyo’s Museum Park, reflecting both the reach and universality of my artistic voice.

Beyond the awards and exhibitions, I am deeply committed to education and artistic

development within the community. Since 2014, I have devoted myself to teaching and

mentoring, establishing my own training center to cultivate and inspire the next generation of

photographers. My engagement also extends to serving as a jury member in renowned

festivals, where I contribute to shaping the discourse of contemporary photography.

While photography remains at the heart of my practice, its visual language naturally led me to

explore other forms of storytelling. This journey culminated in the creation of my short

documentary film “Into Zephyr”, a project born directly from my photographic vision. The

film, as an extension of my commitment to visual narratives, has been screened at

international festivals including KLIFA in Malaysia and the Universal Film Festival in the

United States, further reinforcing my belief in the transformative and universal power of

images.

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Skills :

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• Expertise in crafting engaging narrative content that combines visual and textual

elements to effectively communicate complex stories.

• Demonstrated proficiency in various photography techniques, adept at both digital

and film mediums, ensuring versatile content creation.

• Deep understanding and respect for diverse cultural contexts, crucial for producing

respectful and nuanced media content on a global scale.

• Proficient in translating complex data and stories into compelling visual formats,

essential for capturing and maintaining audience engagement.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey brand

messaging and respond to community feedback.

• Quickly adapts to new technologies and evolving story dynamics, ensuring timely and

relevant media production.

• Well-versed in digital platforms and tools, including content management

systems, and social media strategies, pivotal in modern media

dissemination and audience engagement.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, effective in conveying

ideas and engaging with diverse audiences across multiple platforms.

• Skilled in advanced image editing software like Adobe Photoshop,

capable of enhancing and manipulating photos to meet professional

standards.

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Professional Experience :

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• June 2024 – April 2025_RPS International Photography Exhibition 163 (IPE163) as

part of the National Trust in Lacock Abbey & Museum, the former home of William

Henry Fox Talbot. ( https://rps.org/news/bristol/2024/june/ipe-travels-to-lacock/ )

• 24th-27th, November, 2023_Photo Contest Museum Park, Shibuya Stream Inaribashi

Plaza in Tokyo, Japan.

• 2020-Present : Photographer at Reem Art Gallery, Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2021-2023 at Liam Gallery, Tehran, Iran.

• 2019-2021 at Negah Art Gallery, Tehran, Iran.

• 2016_Photographer of the short film "Belonging" directed by Seyed Morteza

Sabzeqaba.

• 2014_Photographer of the short film " They " directed by Seyed Morteza Sabzeqaba.

• Teaching Photography since 2014.

• 2014_ Established The own training center.

• Self-employed photographer Since 2006.

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Education :

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• 2015_BA Degree in photography.

• 2006_Associate degree in photography.

Artist Residency:

• 2018_ Invited to The 6th National Photo Festival " Friend’s House "

• 2016_ Invited to The 4th National Photo Festival " Friend’s House "

Grants and Awards :• 2022_ First Place Award of Pictures of the Year Asia.

• 2021_ Winner of the first place of The Fifth Documentary Television Festival, Iran.

• 2021_ Honorable Mention of the Adana Rotary Club 18th International Photography

Contest, Turkey.

• 2021_ First Place winner of 1st Kara National photo contest, Iran.

• 2020-2021_Grand Prize Winner of the Nikon Photo Contest.

• 2020_First Place of Water with a view to the future National photo contest, Iran.

• 2016_FIAP Gold Medal of the 3rd Khayyam International Exhibition of Photography.

• 2013_First Place of the First Horror Photography Festival , Iran.

• 2013_ Winner Of the title of "Appreciated Photo" in the General division of the

RPHF, Iran

• 2011_2nd Place of 2nd City and Citizen Photo Competition, Iran.

• 2009 _3rd Prize at Millennium Development Goals Photo Competition, Iran.

• 2009_Gold Medal of The 69th International Photographic Salon of the Asahi

SHIMBUN, Japan.

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Exhibitions :

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• August 2025_ Honorable Mention in the 2025 edition of the International

Photography Awards ( IPA), USA.

• August 2025_ Photocrowd Expert 1st place , London , England.

• June 2024 – April 2025_RPS International Photography Exhibition 163 (IPE163) as

part of the National Trust in Lacock Abbey & Museum, the former home of William

Henry Fox Talbot.( https://rps.org/news/bristol/2024/june/ipe-travels-to-lacock/ ).

• 2024_ Participated in the Art Group Exhibition "Ahwaz-1", Reem Art

Gallery,Ahvaz,Iran.

• The 10th Geoje International Art Festival, Theme Museum of South Korea, 2024.

• 2023_Nikon Photo Contest Museum Park, Shibuya Stream Inaribashi Plaza in Tokyo,

Japan.

• 2023_Participated in the Group Exhibition of Mobile Photos "Angah", Reem Art

Gallery,Ahvaz,Iran.

• 2023_Entered to the IAAP World Cup ,North Macedonia.

• 2022_RPS IPE163 at The Museum of Gloucester.

• 2022_Participated in RPS International Photography Exhibition163,Bristol,England.

• 2022_Pictures of the Year Asia exhibition,Seoul.

• NPC Award 2021 Photo Festival in Shiogama.

• 2021_Nikon Photo Exhibition in London, New York, Toky.

• 2022_Participated in The first period of the National Photo Festival of Hope, Iran.

• 2022_Photo Group Exhibition : Consciousness and intuition, Reem Art Gallery,

Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2021_Photo Group exhibition : Flaneur, Negah Art Gallery,Tehran, Iran.

• 2019_Photo Group Exhibition : Khouzestan Flood Of The Eight Glances , Negah Art

Gallery,Tehran, Iran.

• 2019_Photo Group Exhibition: Khouzestan Flood ,Khuzestan Fine Art Institute

Gallery Ahvaz ,Iran.

• 2019_Photo Group Exhibition ; Khouzestan Flood ,Mehromah Gallery, Tabriz, Iran.

• 2019_Photo Group Exhibition ; Khouzestan Flood , Milan Gallery, Oroumieh ,Iran.

• 2019_Curator and participated in Photo Group Exhibition: A Street That Never

Ended,Iran.

• 2019_Photo Group Exhibition ; Gray Dominoes , Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2018_Participated in the South African Exhibition of the Khayyam International

Exhibition of Photography,Durban.

• 2018_Participated in the 8th National & International Photo Festival of

Firoozeh,Tabriz, Iran.

• 2016_Participated in the Huangshan International Country Photography Festival and

11th Yixian International Country Photography Exhibition,Shangtu Image and Art

Club, China.

• 2015_Photo Group Exhibition Beautiful Khuzestan ,Iran.

• 2013_Selected in The 2nd International ROJANE Photography Festival

RPHF,Tehran,Iran.

• 2012_Selected in The 7th Emirates Photography Competition, Dubai .

• 2010_Entered to the 2nd International Children's Photo Contest , Poland.

• 2008_32nd GREATER LYNN International Photo Exhibition, USA.

• 2008_Entered the 95th International Exhibition (Southampton Camera Club ) ,

England.

• 2008_11th "VOAV" International Photo Festival , Austria.

• 2007_Iranian Photographer Group Exhibition (IRAN people roads landscapes

photographs by Abbas Kiarostami, Ricardo Zipoli and fifty-six contemporary Iranian

photographers), Italy.

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Commission:

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Jury Member of Photography Festivals :

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• 2024_ 2nd National Photo Festival (Sanandaj Day) , Sanandaj, Iran.

• 2019_ 3rd Beyond the Event National Photo Festival, Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2019_11th International River Engineering Conference ( First National Photo Festival

of River and Pond), Iran.

• 2018_1st Tourist and Natural Attractions of Khuzestan National Photo Contest,

Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2018_2nd Beyond the Event National Photo Festival, Ahvaz , Iran.

• 2017_1st Beyond the Event National Photo Festival, Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2016_Heavenly Tables Photo Festival, Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2015_5th City and Media Photo Festival, Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2014_6th Capital of the Windows Photo Contest, Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2013_5th Capital of the Windows Photo Contest, Ahvaz, Iran.

• 2011_1st Karun Provincial Photo Festival, Ahvaz Young Cinema Society , Iran.

Movie Award and Selection (Into Zephyr Film):

• August 2025 – Selected for the Portobello Film Festival; ‘will be exhibited at Muze

Gallery, London, England, in September.’

• 2025_ Official Selected for the 2025 edition of the Taraba Human Rights Film

Festival (TAHRIFF).

• 2025_ Best Documentary Award at in the Student feedback festival.

• 2025_ Official Selection 6th Heritales – International Heritage Film Festival.

• 2025_ Selected for the official selection International Festival of the 21st Red Cross

and Health Films in Bulgaria.

• 2025_ Official Selection 2nd Kuala Lumpur International Film Awards, Kuala

Lumpur , Malaysia.

• 2025_ Selection for the First Ahmedabad International Film Festival, India.

• 2024_ Winner Best Direction of the 5th Sports, Fitness & Recreation Film Festival,

United State.

• 2024_Nominated for the Best Film of the 15th International Universal Film Festival ,

USA.

• 2024_ Selected for participation in the 3rd SMVFF International Film Festival in

South Korea

• 2024_ Official Selection Heritales- 6th International Heritage Film Awards, Portugal.

• 2024_Participation in the 2nd International The Panama Series Festival, Central

America.

• 2024_Recipient of the Best Film Award and Honorary Diploma at the First

International Film Festival of Bioscope , India.

• 2024_ Nominee for the Best Film Award at the 6th Three Acts of

Goodness International Film Festival , China.

• 2024_Official Selection Barbados Independent Film Festival.

• 2023

_Participation and Selection in the 9th International Lift-Off Film Festival in the

United States.

• 2023_Best Film Award and Honorary Diploma at the 2nd Varsity International Film

Festival in Africa.(Varsity Film Expo).

• 2023_Participation and Selection in the 4th Cinemaking International Film Festival in

Bangladesh.

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Artist Residency :

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• 2018_ Invited to The 6th National Photo Festival " Friend’s House "

• 2016_ Invited to The 4th National Photo Festival " Friend’s House "

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Publications :

Media Coverage:

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• Notable coverage includes:

• Publication of a photograph in the eighth-grade art textbook.

• Printing of a photograph on the cover of the Venice Short Film Book.

• Publication of a photograph in the poetry collection Nothing Is as Fresh as Death by

Garous Abdolmalekian.

• Publication of a photograph in the poetry book Lamaat-e Khoon, a collection by

Ghasem Ahanin Jan.

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