Maryam Salour has earned wide recognition for her innovations in ceramic-based mixed media and her curatorial leadership.
Studied computer science in the UK and France in the 1970s
Later turned to ceramics and sculpture, training in Paris
Returned to Tehran in the 1980s and founded her own art studio in 1987
Combines ceramic traditions with contemporary visual language
Produced and narrated eight BBC World Service programs about visually impaired young artists
Served as Director of the 8th National Biennial of Ceramic Arts in Tehran
Currently lives and works in Tehran
Iranian artist
Ceramics and pottery, Sculpture, Mixed-media painting (often incorporating mirror, glaze, and clay)
Maryam Salour has earned wide recognition for her innovations in ceramic-based mixed media and her curatorial leadership. Awards Lists: Director of the 8th National Biennial of Ceramic Arts, Tehran Honored in various exhibitions and residencies across Europe, North America, and the Middle East Recognized as a pioneering figure in contemporary Iranian ceramic and mixed-media art