About me
Farzaneh Kahnooji is an Iranian artist and photography graduate of the University of Tehran's College of Fine Arts. Inspired by modernity and the thought of Walter Benjamin, her work delves into the complexities of contemporary Iranian life.Through a lens informed by critical theory and literary depth, she seeks to illuminate the human rights struggles of the Iranian people, particularly women.
Education
2021-2024 Master of Arts: Photography, University of tehran.
2016-2020 Bachelor of Arts: Photography, Art university of Isfahan
Exhibitions
Nov 2024 Regarding Aesthetic, Group Exhibition, Museum of Contemporary Arts, Kerman, Iran.
Oct 2024 Photo Exchange, Group Exhibition, Didar Art Gallery, Tehran, Iran.
Aug 2024 A Glimpse Inside, Solo Private Exhibition, Z Gallery, Tehran, Iran.
Jul 2024 Tehran Rooftops, Solo Graduation Exhibition, Iran Gallery, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
Aug 2021 Construction Syndrum, Solo Graduation Exhibition, Online Platform, Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
Publications
Dec 2017 “Iraninan Racism”, Sarv Magazine, Isfahan, Iran.
May 2017 “Photography in Cinema”, Sarv Magazine, Isfahan, Iran.
Invited Presentations
Nov 2018 Lecturer, Surrealism in Photography, Faculty of Visual Arts, Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
Scholarly Activities
2018-2020 Chair, Culture and Thought Society Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
2017-2018 Member, Culture and Thought Society Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
2017-2019 Member, Photography student's scientific association Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
Honors
2021 Ranked 3rd among more than 10,000 participants in the national entrance Photography exam for M.A. students.
2020 Ranked 2nd in graduating class in the bachelor's program.
2016 Ranked 185th among more than 68,000 participants in the national entrance art exam for B.A. students.
2015 Ranked 3rd in student photography competitions, Kerman, Iran.
Professional and Related Experience
Jan 2018 - Jul 2018 Associate Editor, Sarv Magazine - Isfahan, Iran.
Volunteer and Community Service
Nov 2018 - Feb 2019 Volunteer Photographer MACSA Charity - Isfahan, Iran.
Dec 2017 Volunteer Photographer, Anti-Narcotics Awareness Initiative Program, Art University of Isfahan - Health Association.
Teaching Experience
Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 Photography Teacher, Self-employed - Tehran, Iran.
Sep 2019 - Dec 2019 Teaching Assistant - Preliminary Photography, Photography Department, Art university of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
Relevant Coursework
Nov 2024 Familiarity with Historical Photographs. National Library of Iran
Oct 2024 Modern and Contemporary Art and Design Specialization. MoMA- Coursera
Dec 2018 Theatre Photography, National Iranian Photographer’s Society (NIPC)
Academic Executive Experience
Jun 2018 Session Leader, Critical Discussion on the Impact of Social Media in Art, Culture and Thought Society, Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
Dec 2017 Executive Member, Opening Ceremony, Culture and Thought Society Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran.
Technical and Computer Skills
Proficient with Large Format Cameras
Film Development
Darkroom Printing
Sensitometry
Creative lighting techniques
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Illustrator
Corel Draw
Cyanotype Photography
Languages
Persian: Native English: Professional French: Elementary Arabic: Elementary