Sanaz Arjmand, an Iranian photographer born in 1989, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Photography and a Master’s degree in MBA. She began her professional journey in 2011, focusing on the complex and diverse narratives of her homeland, Iran. Over time, her deep love for photography evolved into a tool for creating meaningful connections with her subjects. With a precise and artistic vision, Sanaz captures unseen and hidden moments of life in her work.

Since 2020, Sanaz has served as the director of the production company Seven Skies Entertainment and has continued to expand her passion for visual storytelling in various fields. In all her works, she strives to portray the hidden beauty and intricate culture of her homeland, delicately capturing the spirit of its people. Through her unique lens, Sanaz narrates rarely heard stories and the deep emotions that flow through everyday life.

In addition to photography, Sanaz Arjmand has also ventured into the world of filmmaking. She directed the experimental short film Erroneous, which has been officially selected at multiple international film festivals, including:

• Golden Bridge Istanbul Short Film Festival, Turkey – Official Selection
• Goa Short Film Festival, India – Official Selection & Competition Entry
• Madras Independent Film Festival, India – Official Selection

Exhibition & Awards
• Sales Art Callery, Tehran – 10-day (Solo Exhibition)
• Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival, Canada (2024) – Nominated for Best Photography
• Alternative Film Festival (AltFF), Canada (2024) – Nominated for Best Photography
• Bankok Movie Awards, Thailand – Winner of the Creative Photography Award
• Kalakari Film Festival, India – Official Selection
• Theta Film Festival, Italy – Finalist
• Short_films, United – Official Selection

Arjmand held a 10-day exhibition at the renowned Saless Art Gallery in Tehran, offering audiences a close-up view of her photography. The images were printed in black and white, and each image was partially brought to life with colored pencils and textiles. In the exhibition statement, Arjmand describes her works as a journey into the heart of Iran’s villages. By showcasing the everyday lives of women and children who live significant yet hidden roles, she transports the viewer to a world full of wonders and untold stories. This series especially focuses on the resilience and endurance of these women and children, offering a deeply artistic portrayal of their vibrant and ongoing lives.

Sales & Representation
• Private Collection, Tehran, Sales Callery
• Interview with “Shargh”, Official Iranian News Agency
• Video notes, cinemawithoutborders.com

Reflections on the Exhibition

Lili Golestan, an artistic director and renowned gallery owner, described Arjmand’s work as delicate and tasteful, stating that she had not seen such work either inside or outside of Iran. She believes this artist has a bright future and emphasized that the multi-media approach in the exhibition has been executed so skillfully that it’s challenging to separate the photos, colors, and threads in the artworks.

Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mo’addabian also commented on Arjmand’s unique style, referring to it as ethnography rather than landscape photography. He noted that the frames, sometimes created by leaves or the arrangement of natural elements, provide viewers with a vivid sense of rural life.

Furthermore, sculptor Ghodratollah Agheli highlighted that this series creates a unique and impactful atmosphere through the use of multiple media and specific colorings. He regarded Arjmand’s perspective on rural life as distinctive and uniquely artistic.

Faces of the Untold, with Sanaz Arjmand’s delicate and unique vision, has become one of the prominent and inspiring collections in contemporary Iranian photography, gaining recognition internationally.

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