azadeh nikoo
Azadeh Nikoo is an artist born in 1973 in Tehran, Iran. She is a member of the Iran Painters Association. She holds an MFA in Art Studies from the Alzahra University and a BFA in Graphic Design from Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University. Azadeh has created and exhibited artworks in individual and group exhibitions since 1996. She has also taught theoretical and practical studio art-related topics in educational institutions, technical high schools, and her studio. She finds inspirations in symbols and abstract forms and uses lines extensively in her artworks. She writes poems too, and has recently published a poetry collection book, “On the wings of a Rhino.” The influence of her poetry and her studies-especially in the field of Archeology and Psychology-is significant in her artworks. Azadeh had his most recent painting and Installation individual exhibition, “Alone” in Platform 3 Gallery in July 2020. Her most recent group exhibition, was held by Iran Painters Association in Iranian Artists Forum in December 2019. Azadeh Nikoo is an artist born in 1973 in Tehran, Iran. She is a member of the Iran Painters Association. She holds an MFA in Art Studies from the Alzahra University and a BFA in Graphic Design from Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University. Azadeh has created and exhibited artworks in individual and group exhibitions since 1996. She has also taught theoretical and practical studio art-related topics in educational institutions, technical high schools, and her studio. She finds inspirations in symbols and abstract forms and uses lines extensively in her artworks. She writes poems too, and has recently published a poetry collection book, “On the wings of a Rhino.” The influence of her poetry and her studies-especially in the field of Archeology and Psychology-is significant in her artworks. Azadeh had his most recent painting and Installation individual exhibition, “Alone” in Platform 3 Gallery in July 2020.Her last group painting exhibition was held on July 11, 2024, in Bodrum.
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Personal Information
Name: Azadeh Nikoo
Year of Birth: 1973
Contact Number: +98 9128938857
Email: Nikoo.azadeh@gmail.com
Educational Background
- Master's in Art Research. Alzahra University. Tehran, 2010-2011
- Bachelor's in Graphic Design. Shahid Rajaei Teacher Training University. Tehran, 1998-2001
Major Educational Achievements and Certificates
- Member of the "Iranian Painters Association." Tehran, 2019
- Certificate of "Mythology of Iranian Myths" under the supervision of Professor Abolqasem Ismailpour. Saba Cultural and Art Institute. Tehran, 2009
- Certificate as "Outstanding Master's Student in Art Research." Talented Students Management of Alzahra University. Tehran, 2002
Major Professional, Executive, Educational, and Exhibition Experience
- Participated in the Art Fair in Bodrum, Turkey, July 14, 2024
- Participated in the group exhibition "Where Are You Going? The World is Empty," Tehran, June 2024
- Participated in a street exhibition (large digital billboard) in Amsterdam, Netherlands, June 26, 2024
- Participated in an online group exhibition of Iranian and Turkish artists, Galeri Art's & Avayenaghsh Art Group, March 24, 2024
- Published a painting by Azadeh Nikoo on the UNESCO-affiliated website International Action Art, selected from the Iranian Painters Association, January 2021
- Participated in the online group exhibition of works by members of the Iranian Painters Association, Tehran, October 2020
- Held a solo exhibition of painting and installation titled "Alone" at Platform 3 Gallery, Tehran, July-August 2020
- Interviewed by the cultural section of Shabestan News Agency as a member of the Iranian Painters Association and art researcher about the role of art and artists in creating motivation and hope through art during the COVID-19 pandemic, March 2020
- Participated in the group exhibition "Text in Text," House of Artists, Tehran, December 2019
- Participated in the online group exhibition titled "Update," Artibition Gallery, Tehran, December 2019
- Participated in the group exhibition of visual arts at Negar 14 House, Tehran, October 2019
- Participated in the group exhibition titled "Contemporary Art," Saba Cultural and Art Institute, September 2019
- Participated in the group exhibition of painting at the Iranian Painters Association, House of Artists, Tehran, July 2019
- Participated in the group exhibition of visual arts titled "Manifestation of Art," Ehsan Gallery, Tehran, July 2019
- Participated in the group exhibition of visual arts at Emarat Robroo Gallery, Tehran, December 2017
- Co-facilitated psychoeducational group therapy sessions for adolescent girls on life skills under the supervision of Alireza Mohammady (psychologist and facilitator), Tehran, 2018-2021
- Participated in the group exhibition of visual arts for the one-year anniversary of Emarat Robroo, Emarat Robroo Gallery, Tehran, December 2017
- Instructor of creativity workshops for graphic, painting, and architecture teachers in District 5 of Tehran Education, under the supervision of educational groups in District 5, Ekbatān Technical School, Tehran, 2017
- Organizer and instructor of a subconscious design workshop at Emarat Robroo Gallery, Tehran, 2017
- Conducted poetry reading sessions and performed music pieces by Anahita Poria (composer and musician based in Armenia) based on Azadeh Nikoo's works and poems at the opening of the painting exhibition "What We Are, Wings and Ballerinas," Emarat Robroo Gallery, Tehran, 2017
- Held a solo exhibition of painting, poetry, and installation art titled "What We Are, Wings and Ballerinas," Emarat Robroo Gallery, Tehran, September 2017
- Performed poetry readings (Azadeh Nikoo's poems) at the second poetry night narrated in the first person, Gallery Dena, Tehran, July 2017
- Instructor of specialized art entrance exam courses at "Sime Akhar" educational institute, Tehran, 2014-2017
- Judge for visual arts competitions in Districts 4 and 5 of Tehran Education, 2008-2009
- Organizer and instructor of painting, drawing, and illustration workshops (individually and in groups) in a personal workshop, Tehran, since 2005
- Member of the teaching group of graphic design, Tehran Education Organization, 2005-2006
- Judge for cultural and artistic competitions, District 2 of Tehran Education, 2004-2005
- Judge for the visual arts festival, Tehran Education Department, 2004-2005
- Participated in the second exhibition of art teachers (painting, graphic design, and pottery) at Sabalan Gallery, Tehran, Summer 2004
- Held a solo painting exhibition at Mehrin Gallery, Tehran, Winter 2004
- Designer of final exam questions for the history of Iranian art and the history of world art, Tehran Education Organization, 2004-2007
- Worked as an art teacher in vocational high schools in District 5 of Tehran Education, from 2003 to 2021
- Instructor and employee as an art teacher at Dr. Shariati Technical College, Tehran, 1997-2001
Published Book
- Nikoo, Azadeh (2019). On the Wings of the Rhinoceros (Poetry Collection). Karaj, Iran: Chakame Baran Publishing (also designed the "cover" and "chapters" of the book).
Theses
- Examined the structure and content of the motifs and symbols of the historical monument "Kija Takieh" in Babol. Presented as a master's thesis (supervised by Professor Abolqasem Dadour) and defended with a score of 20. Alzahra University, Tehran, 2011
- The Mysterious Language of Symbols. Translation of a part of the book "The Secret Language Of Symbols." Title of bachelor's thesis (supervised by Professor Mohsen Hasanpour) and defended with a score of 20. Faculty of Art and Architecture, Shahid Rajaei Teacher Training University, Tehran, 2001