bio:

Zahra b.1989 has a bachelor degree in painting and is a contemporary jewelry artist whose work explores personal experiences, emotions, and memories. After the loss of her father, a war survivor, she found solace in creating unique pieces that narrate stories from her life. Just three months into her practice, she participated in an open call and won first place in Aria Gallery's contemporary jewelry competition with a heartfelt collection that traced her journey from birth to her father's passing. Zahra has showcased her works at prestigious events such as Munich Jewelry Week and Romanian Jewelry Week in 2024. With a focus on brooches, she imbues each piece with deep personal meaning, inviting the viewer to connect with her stories on a profound level. Zahra continues to create contemporary jewelry that captures the essence of life's most impactful moments.

statement:

Zahra's 3 collection brooches address the theme of absence and presence by combining black filigree wires with white enameled copper. The interplay between the shadows cast by the wires and the white enameled surfaces creates a visual representation of the coexistence of absence and presence in our lives. Through her use of contrasting materials, Zahra highlights the complementary nature of absence and presence. The delicate balance between the black wires and white copper encourages viewers to reflect on the duality inherent in existence and appreciate the beauty that can be found in both states.