The sound of silence - Solo Exhibition - May 2018

Installation for The Sound Of Silence Exhibition - Currently on view at 33 Contemporary Gallery Chicgao

We live in a busy and loud world where we are online all the time and seems to not be able to have quite time or communicate in the right way. I wanted to create an exhibition and invite the viewers to slow their day down, enjoy the pieces in silence and connect with them directly, try to figure out the story they wish to tell. My aim has always been to create pieces which are not only visually interesting (hopefully!) but also starts a dialogue. That is when we can start to find that common ground, no matter where we come from, what religion we follow or what color of skin we have. 

I was honored when Sergio Gomez asked me to exhibit at his beautiful space, 33 Contemporary Gallery located at Zhou B Art Center. My vision was to create a show where pieces speaks to viewers and also make them affordable. The show comes to life with 53 pieces, all 6x6 inches. 5 and 3 have always been my numbers throughout life and one day looking them up out of curiosity,  realized 5 symbolizes Freedom and 3 symbolizes Creativity and everything started to fall into place even more. 

Each piece has a different look and all are different from one another but they all have one thing in common, the love and energy they carry, the shapes which might seem familiar from the Persian and Islamic architectural shapes, the vibrant colors of Persian rugs, the beautiful Farsi calligraphy and Rumi poetry which is only a small part of the rich and beautiful culture of my motherland. 

I invite you to enjoy the silence of the space, if you listen, you will hear the pieces talking to you, they are telling you their story. While going through the creation process, I was reminded by below quote by Rumi:- 

"Listen to silence, it has so much to say"

Let's give back in 2018 - Sale with a cause...

Cambodia - Habitat For Humanity

First of all Happy New Year to you all. 

It's safe for me to say 2017 was not the best year for me as I'm sure for most of you, so I wanted to start 2018 right. As you might know by now, in my pieces I try to portray the power of "Love" in our lives. I'm a firm believer in Love and I wanted to do something to be able to give back. 

So I'm happy to announce that all my pieces will be 20% off during this month up to Valentines Day - February 14th 2018 - and what's better? That 20% that will be taken off will be donated to the charity of you choice! You will get a confirmation from the charity with the amount donated under your name...

All you need to do is go to my website, Instagram and/or FaceBook Page and pick your favorite love piece that you always wanted! Then just send me an Email (mentioned below). Once we confirm details on the price, charity and all, you will have your piece with you in few days. 

So let's show some love! I can not wait to hear from you all and hope you join me to give back to those in need. 

Please send your inquiries to : Sarv.haghighi@gmail.com

Thank you all!

Taking your career to the Next Level with The Artist Next Level!

The Artist Next Level

Hope you all enjoy as you listen to the interview HERE.

Lot of people have asked me how my move to the U.S has influenced my work? What have been my challenges so far? etc. So I couldn't be more excited when I was asked by Sergio Gomez to talk about all that on his Art NXT Level PodCast. I consider myself very lucky to have known Sergio Gomez and have collaborated with him on some of his projects. He is an amazing artist, a professional curator, a caring mentor and above all a true friend. He is the co-founder of Art NXT Level as well as being the Owner/Director of 33 Contemporary Gallery and also the Director of Exhibitions at  Zhou B. Art Center where my studio is located as well. My first collaboration with Sergio Gomez was the "Hybrid's Paradise" exhibit which he curated for the opening of the Evanston Art Center new building If you are a driven artist intreated to take your art career to the next level, then you need to sign up on Art NXT Level right now! 

I truly hope this interview will help those artists who are not sure how to take the next step. I really believe once you have your vision and plan ahead with the support of those who are knowledgeable enough to guide you, you will get to where you want for sure. Of course nothing good in life comes easy and this needs a lot of effort from your side as well. In my interview you can hear more about me, my life, my influences, details on my pieces and what to expect, some of the challenges faced, rejections and its impact on my career, etc. You basically get a full insight on my career since arrival in Chicago and also on upcoming events.

Hope you all enjoy as you listen to the interview HERE.