SHOKOUFEH
Award winning Iranian photographer and humanitarian activist, Shokoufeh Malekkiani, dedicates her lens and her extraordinary artistic vision to philanthropic causes. Her compelling images explore a range of topics, from the plights of humanity’s most devastating realities, to capturing marginalized, overlooked communities. Malekkiani does not limit her artistic gifts to exclusively social issues. The photographer takes every opportunity to expand her artistry and style, as demonstrated in her most recent work, wherein she tackles surrealist representation of mythological subject matter. This award winning series, entitled The Legend of the Phoenix, is a series of collage-like images with juxtaposing elements depicting the proverbial phoenix’s journey. Her sophisticated compositions demonstrate superb balance and engaging visual narratives. The Legend of the Phoenix, celebrates the inherent ability for individuals to channel characteristics of the phoenix such as hope, renewal, grace and the victory of light over darkness.
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The Legend of the Phoenix #1, 2020
Photograph on Canson ® Infinity PrintMaKing Rag 39.5” x 32.5”
The Legend of the Phoenix #3, 2020
Photograph on Canson ® Infinity PrintMaKing Rag 39.5” x 32.5”
The Legend of the Phoenix #5, 2020
Photograph on Canson ® Infinity PrintMaKing Rag 39.5” x 32.5”
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The Legend of the Phoenix #7, 2020
Photograph on Canson ® Infinity PrintMaKing Rag 39.5” x 32.5”
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The Legend of the Phoenix #9, 2020
Photograph on Canson ® Infinity PrintMaKing Rag 39.5” x 32.5”
The Legend of the Phoenix #11, 2020
Photograph on Canson ® Infinity PrintMaKing Rag 39.5” x 32.5”
The Legend of the Phoenix #13, 2020
Photograph on Canson ® Infinity PrintMaKing Rag 39.5” x 32.5”
As an Iranian photographer, lawyer, and philanthropist, I dedicated my life and career to enhancing the living conditions of the underprivileged. Through art and photography, I draw attention to matters that are of the utmost importance, yet easily overlooked, particularly the hardships faced by female breadwinners. I have lived with deprived communities to experience their struggles first hand and be able to depict their suffering more poignantly in my work. I firmly believe that even the smallest effort can leave a giant footprint in the world and we can all live harmoniously regardless of our nationality, race, or religion.
My latest photographic series is entitled “The Legends of the Phoenix.” In ancient mythology the Phoenix was a sacred bird that lived forever, holding magical healing powers. It was associated with the worship of the sun and symbolized rebirth and eternity. Just as the Phoenix rises from its ashes after bursting into flames, humans can rise above their difficulties and become messengers of hope, friendship, and harmony for all the creatures of the Earth.
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