Maryam Ghanbarian’s paintings integrate calligraphy art with nature, in a very dramatic way, where it’s hard to tell the letters from the flower or plant. Her work is characterized by a dramatic fusion of script and organic forms, making it almost impossible to distinguish the written word from the petals, stems, or leaves.

Maryam Ghanbarian

Maryam Ghanbarian (b. 1987, Tehran, Iran) is a prominent Iranian artist and calligrapher celebrated for her innovative approach to contemporary Islamic art. She earned her MA from the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Tehran and has gained international recognition for blending traditional calligraphy with modern aesthetics. Her work has been showcased in both solo and group exhibitions worldwide. Notable solo shows include Shirin Art Gallery, Tehran (2013), and Shirazi Art Gallery (2012). She has also participated in esteemed group exhibitions, such as Line and Colors Vol. II at ProArt Gallery, Dubai (2014), Peace from Bottom of My Art at Opera Gallery, London (2013), and Les Mots Dévoilés: Calligraphie Contemporaine de l’Iran in Geneva (2012). Her work was featured at the CONTEXT Art Miami Fair (2014), further cementing her global presence. Ghanbarian’s art is part of the public collection at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. She co-authored Nun Wa Al Qalam (2013), a significant publication on contemporary Islamic art. Her accolades include multiple awards, such as the Special Award at the First International Visual Arts Festival of ECO (2012) and Best Awards at international youth art festivals in 2008 and 2009.With her bold, dynamic reinterpretation of Islamic calligraphy, Maryam Ghanbarian continues to bridge the gap between tradition and modernity, making her a leading figure in contemporary Iranian art.