Ancient Persian mythology meets powerful feminine energy in artist Fariba Shekari’s zodiac collection. From the royal purples of Sagittarius to the fire reds of Aries, Shekari’s twelve female figures embody the unique moods and mystery of the astrological world. A Teheran native and dual Iranian-American citizen, Shekari uses her art to grapple with a homeland culture that often views the female, both physically and spiritually, as something to be covered and concealed. Inspired by the enduring strength of the female spirit in the face of such repression,
Shekari brings to canvas confident women unashamed to bare their physical bodies.
Such images represent a controversial transgression of social norms seldom seen in contemporary Iranian art.