Kamran Katouzian, Pioneer of Advertising Graphics in Iran, Passes Away at 83

<p style="text-align: left">Kamran Katouzian, one of the most influential graphic designers in Iran, has passed away at the age of 83. Many consider him a transformative figure in the advertising industry, having played a key role in shaping its modern development.</p><p style="text-align: left">His notable achievements include:</p><ul class="list-decimal mx-4 px-1"><li><p style="text-align: left">Winning a shared award at the 4th Tehran Biennial (1964) alongside avant-garde painter and sculptor Jazeh Tabatabai</p></li><li><p style="text-align: left">Participating in the Paris Biennial (1965), Venice Biennial (1966), and the International Art Festival in Washington (1977)</p></li><li><p style="text-align: left">Founding Saba Gallery (1964) alongside Nasser Mofakhham and Changiz Shahvagh</p></li><li><p style="text-align: left">Working at the avant-garde advertising company Avangard (1971) and later at Carpi Advertising (1986)</p></li></ul><p style="text-align: left">Born in 1941, Katouzian was sent to the United States for his studies during high school and later pursued art at a university of fine arts in the mid-1950s. Although deeply passionate about advertising, he remained drawn to painting throughout his career.</p><p style="text-align: left">In 1964, he co-founded Saba Gallery, which became a hub for young and modern artists. Later, he played a pivotal role in establishing the Tehran Plastic Artists Group, organizing exhibitions to introduce the public to modern art.</p><p style="text-align: left">As one of Iran’s first graphic designers, Katouzian merged aesthetic principles of painting with graphic design, creating a distinct and innovative visual language that reshaped the field.</p>

Iranian Artist Showcased at DIFC Art Night in Dubai

<h3></h3><p>The <span><span style="font-weight: bold;">18th edition</span></span> of the <span><span style="font-weight: bold;">2024 DIFC Art Nights</span></span> was held over nine days at the DIFC Art Gallery in Dubai. One of the key highlights of this year's event was the participation of an Iranian female artist among the 14 selected exhibitors.</p><p><br></p><p>A painting from the <em>"Drowned"</em> series by Rafoneh Zafari was featured in the exhibition. The <em>"Drowned"</em> collection represents women who are submerged in their dreams, aspirations, cultures, thoughts, and various other currents—yet none of them actually drown, because...</p><p>Speaking about her series, Rafoneh Zafari stated:<br><em>"These works are painted on canvas using acrylic and resin. Emphasizing the strength of Iranian women and their drive for progress are key elements I have pursued in this collection."</em></p>

With the building of a new museum, Poland at last has a fitting space to tell Treblinka’s horrific story

<p>With the building of a new museum, Poland at last has a fitting space to tell Treblinka’s horrific story Poland has finally inaugurated a new museum dedicated to telling the harrowing story of the Treblinka death camp. The museum serves as a powerful memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, honoring the memory of over 900,000 people who perished there. </p><p><br>The museum’s design aims to create a somber and impactful atmosphere, confronting visitors with the painful realities of this dark chapter in history. This new space marks a significant step in preserving historical memory and standing against the erasure of such tragic events.</p>