Fariba Boroufar

FARIBA BOROUFAR WAS BORN IN 1975 IN TEHRAN, IRAN, WHERE SHE STILL LIVES AND WORKS.

 

She graduated from the Fine Arts School of Teheran with a diploma in sculpture. She also holds a BA in graphic design from Al-Zahra University (Tehran) and an MA in Illustration from the Art University of Tehran.

 

A weaver and fibre artist, Boroufar imbues her art with the traditions and culture of her homeland, focusing mainly on Iranian architecture. Her works unfold as woven memories, born from the sensory experiences she has gained during her travels while encountering Iranian architecture from past centuries. The forms and colours she uses embody the decaying beauty of these abandoned structures, creating a sharp contrast with modern architecture.

 

Her works have been exhibited in art galleries, industrial spaces, public spaces, and historical buildings, underlining her concerns about the gradual elimination of Iranian architecture and art aesthetics.