Chicago Body Painter welcomes spring ... /  by sarvin

Robin B Gallery hosted one of the very first spring art exhibitions in Chicago, called Flower Power on April 17th.  Orlando Barsallo, one of the Emerging artists represented at Robin B Gallery compares his art form to ice sculptures " the ice sculpture eventually melts just like the model eventually has to wash off the body paint" he mentions. This group exhibit included some of my smaller works as well as my mom's beautiful artwork. Robin B Gallery is located at 1123 West Armitage, Chicago, IL. Below link is the interview by DNA Info Chicago's  Jackie Kostek with the artist :-

http://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20140425/lincoln-park/body-painter-transforms-model-into-ice-queen-at-robin-b-gallery

 

 

 

Shahyad Tower...our white tower of freedom.. /  by sarvin

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This is one of the buildings that probably doesn't need introduction. Shayad tower is and will always be the symbol of Iran. I have a special bond to this tower as I grew up hearing the stories and seeing photos of how this beautiful tower was built and till this day, I find it so inspiring to see how much love and energy my dad put into this project when he was only in his 20's. Whenever I see Shahyad Tower in a movie, a photo or in a video clip, unconsciously I feel proud to know most of the amazing people who made their vision become the symbol of our country; my amazing dad, Iraj Haghighi alongside the inspiring Rouhollah Nikkhessal, Hossein Amanat, Manouchehr Iranpour and many many more. Your art will always be in the heart of Iran and Iranians.It's a shame to see how this stunning white tower is not being taken care of like it deserves.
Below interview is for all the Farsi speakers - sorry no English subtitles :
Also below are some photos of back when the tower was being built. You can see a young Iraj Haghighi on the site :) We are proud of you dad, everyday ...
For more information you may also go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Azadi_Tower
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Flower Power Group Exhibition /  by sarvin

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After several months of frigid winter, it's certainly easy to understand why spring is the favorite season for many people.  Spring is when the earth comes back to life after a long cold winter and it is in spring when the first flower begin to bloom. Spring is a time to renew your goals, refresh your home and to unearth your garden from its wintry layers.

To Celebrate the first signs of flowers blooming, join us for "Flower Power" group exhibition at Robin B Gallery in Chicago on April 17th 2014.

Flower Power opening reception

Robin B Gallery - 1123 West Armitage, Chicago, IL

April 17th - 18:00- 21:00

Feel free to view below link for more information :-

https://www.facebook.com/events/278192062357602/