Warm autumn colors shine in ‘Khazan’ painting exhibition
By Sadeq Dehqan
Staff writer
In celebration of the arrival of the autumn season and the vibrant display of warm autumn colors in nature, the ‘Khazan’ group painting exhibition featuring contemporary Iranian artists opened at Laleh Art Gallery in Tehran.
The exhibition showcases 35 artworks by 28 contemporary painters, running from October 13 to 22.
Mohammad Ali Saeidi, the director of Laleh Art Gallery, told Iran Daily in an exclusive interview that “the exhibition brings together a selection of works from contemporary artists with a focus on examining the creations of avant-garde and contemporary artists in the country.”
Saeidi added, “Most of these artists are renowned painting masters who have a history of teaching at famous universities in the country. In this exhibition, the essence of autumn is explored in their works.”
Notable artists participating in the exhibition include Alireza Isfahani-Zadeh, Bahman Boroujani, Behzad Shishegaran, Saeed Mahjoobi, Javad Nobahar, and Kaveh Afaaq.
Saeidi explained that several months prior to the exhibition, the artists were invited to submit their autumn-themed works, which incorporate the primary colors of nature in autumn: Yellow, orange, and red.
He noted that the beauty of seasons, especially autumn, offers a great opportunity for photographers and painters alike to create exceptional works of art, as all colors are at their peak of beauty during this time of the year.
He emphasized, “Each artist participating in this exhibition left their unique and distinct signature on their artworks. Their styles also differ from one another. So, when visitors enter the exhibition, apart from the shared color palette, they will feel the distinctiveness in other aspects of the artworks.”
Laleh Art Gallery’s director also mentioned that the showcased artworks vary in size and dimensions, ranging from 30 by 40 centimeters to 150 by 200 centimeters. Regarding the styles and contexts of the works, they range from abstract art to figurative art, offering diverse expressions.
Saeidi concluded, “In contemporary art, and specifically in contemporary painting, artists infuse their own mood as well as the spirit of their society into their work, massed colors and forms to create a vibrant and profound space. This is evident in ‘Khazan’ exhibition where the fusion of warm and energetic colors of autumn provides a joyful yet deep atmosphere in the artworks, captivating the viewers with its radiance.”