Oman to host online exhibition of Iranian photographer’s ‘Let’s Remove the Walls’
The photography exhibition ‘Let’s Remove the Walls” by Iranian artist Pouria Ghelich Khani will be showcased online in Oman, offering a unique artistic experience.
The solo exhibition, featuring 22 stunning photographs by Ghelich Khani, will be held online from January 30 to February 2. The collection focuses on the themes of nature and children, providing a thought-provoking perspective.
The event is organized with Aynaz Zarei, a painter and the manager of the Artist Group, curating the exhibition.
The artistic statement of the exhibition conveys a powerful message: “There is ample evidence that children’s connection with nature is increasingly fading in today’s world. With the prevalence of television, computers, and extracurricular activities organized by schools, children are losing the opportunity to enjoy and explore nature freely. By being deprived of direct experiences with nature, our children miss out on crucial opportunities for their physical and mental well-being and the development of long-term responsible behaviors towards the environment. Through my photographs, I aim to remind families of the importance of reconnecting children with nature, merging art and the environment. My photo exhibition tour, titled ‘Let’s Remove the Walls,’ has been held in various provinces of Iran since 2016 and has been presented in 23 exhibitions so far. I hope that through this tour, I can serve as a messenger for reconnecting children with nature through the language of art. The 24th exhibition marks a new experience, both in terms of its online format and its first-ever presentation beyond Iran’s borders, in collaboration with Oman.”
Ghelich Khani holds a master’s degree in Biodiversity from Shahid Beheshti University and is a pioneer in combining art and environmentalism in Iran. He is the author of the acclaimed photo book ‘Let’s Remove the Walls,’ which received accolades from the National Mehregan Science Award in its 14th and 15th editions. Khani is also a member of the Iranian Photographers Association.
Previously, Ghelich Khani’s most recent exhibition was held in December at the Khorshid Gallery.