California Art Expo
First Prize
A master of “limited color,” Manouchehr Niazi transforms landscapes and crowds into poetic visual experiences, blending structured compositions with emotional depth and artistic experimentation.
Born in Tabriz, Iran
Began painting in 1953 under mentors at the Kamal-ol-Molk School of Fine Arts
Influenced by Western modernist styles and deeply inspired by classical music
Held solo exhibitions in Tehran and Beverly Hills, as well as group exhibitions across the U.S., Europe, and Asia
Founded several art galleries in Tehran, actively curating exhibitions from the 1950s to the 2000s
Over 120 solo exhibitions in cities including New York, Tokyo, London, Chicago, Istanbul, and Tehran
Continues to create new work, exploring fresh techniques and textural directions
Iranian artist
Dense, stylized forests and crowds—trees and people intertwined in rhythmic, textured patterns ,Blend of naturalism and surrealism with earthy color palettes and collage-like layering , Strong influence from classical music, using visual rhythm inspired by musical structures