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With the exhibition A Small Ocean Swallowed, we are presenting for the first time the abstract, vibrantly coloured paintings of Yasaman Nozari.

The works of the Iran-born artist living in Ghent captivate with their emotional depth and open up a visual world shaped by universal themes such as love, freedom, justice, and knowledge. ///

With powerful and radiant colours deeply rooted in Iranian art traditions, Yasaman Nozari develops a modern, abstract visual language that transcends cultural boundaries.

Known for her bold colour palette of magenta, orange, vibrant green, and the multilayered nuances of blue, she creates compelling paintings that resonate on emotional, intellectual, and spiritual levels.

Her work connects the artistic traditions of her Iranian heritage with influences from modern Europe. Inspired by Belgium's cultural diversity, she has developed a unique visual language of shapes, colours, and lines that unfolds a nearly meditative quality.

Yasaman Nozari was born in Tehran, Iran, in 1991. She holds a Master’s degree (2023– 2025) from KASK & Conservatory, Master of Fine Arts, Ghent, Belgium, and a Bachelor's degree (2011–2016) from the University of Tehran, Faculty of Fine Arts.

Her works are gaining increasing recognition in the contemporary art scene and have been exhibited in solo and group shows since 2013 in Iran, Belgium, and the USA.

We warmly invite you to explore this exceptional exhibition and be inspired by Yasaman Nozari’s luminous compositions.