Maryam Ferdowsi
1983 , Born : Tehran,Iran
MFA in Painting | Azad Art and Architecture University, Tehran, Iran |2015-2019
Master Thesis title: Study of the Still Life in the Works of Three Contemporary Iranian Painters
(GPA: 1.5)
BFA in Painting | Azad Art and Architecture University, Tehran, Iran |2003- 2007
Bachelor Thesis title: Studying Space and Silence in Contemporary Painting
(GPA: 1.6)
Pre University Certificate | Fine Arts School, Tehran, Iran |2000-2001
(GPA: 2.3)
Professional Diploma in Graphic and Visual Communication | Al-e Yaasin School Of Fine Art |1997-2000
(GPA: 2.5)
• Over 15 years of professional experience in the visual arts and implementing and curating exhibitions and
participatory art projects
• Over ten years of combined experience teaching and tutoring arts to children and adults in community
settings
• In-depth knowledge of contemporary art with a particular interest in socially engaged art focused on the
environment and public pedagogy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing creative curriculum, lesson plans, assignments, and quizzes
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to foster cooperative, professional relationships with
students, parents, staff, and administration
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Mary Art Studio | Freelance, Tehran |2014-Present
• Managed the studio and planned and organized private and group courses
• Held Painting and Drawing workshops
• Developed innovative outline and curriculum to enhance students’ creativity and art skills
• Holding of drawing and painting exhibitions
• Incorporated fine oils and acrylics to create custom paintings and murals
• Booth and sell artworks ad merchandise at artist markets
• Introduction to contemporary art
• Figure drawing
• Getting to know the traditional art of Iran
• Anatomy design
• Fast drawing
• Painting technique training
• Recognition and application of colors
PARTICIPATORY PROJECTS
• Irancell Motion Graphics Video Mapping Exhibition Booth
• Execution of linear mural painting in Tehran Niavaran counselor hall
MARYAM FERDOWSI, ARTIST CV
• Execution of linear mural painting of Novin Choob Company in Ahmadabad Mostofi
• Collaboration in the execution of the mural painting of Seyed Khandan Bridge in Tehran, Sanobar
Park
• Painting performance in the biennial of urban mural painting of Tehran Beautification Organization
• Participate in several other wall projects
FESTIVALS
• 6th International Art f or Peace- Pardis Cinema Complex; Iran | 2018
• 6th Iran International Green Film Festival- Saba Art and Cultural Institute; Iran |2017
• 5th Iran International Green Film Festival- Saba Art and Cultural Institute; Iran |2016
• Pars online- Ass Gallery; Iran |2015
• Doctor Sondoozi Drawing Festival- Emam Ali Museum, Tehran, Iran |2011
• Graduate Students of Art and Architecture University of Tehran; Iranian Artists Forum; Iran |2008
• 4th Youth Artists Festival, Iranian Artists Forum; Iran |2008
WORKSHOPS
Art, Creativity and Environment- Mehr Elementary School; Tehran, Iran Summer 2019
• Conducted weekly workshops for students between 7 to 12 years old
• Taught a range of art practices, including painting, drawing, clay sculpture, puppet making
• Held an exhibition of students’ artworks by the end of the workshop
Birds’ Farm Project- Damoon Nature School, Tehran, Iran Winter, 2018
• Designed some games and activities to develop children’s creativity through art activities
• Taught making origami
• Made two origami installations by children’s engagement in Jamshidieh public park
• Drawing courses in Mehr Institute, Tehran, Iran 2020
• Courses of figurative drawing and anatomy, Iman Afsarian, Tehran, Iran 2016-2018
• Courses of light and color recognition, Hossein Maher, Tehran, Iran 2010-2014
• Mohammadreza Atashzad watercolor comprehensive courses, Tehran, Iran 2009-2011
• Mohammadreza Atashzad watercolor comprehensive courses, Tehran, Iran 2014-2017
• And participating in several painting and drawing training courses
• Computer Skills: Macromedia FreeHand-MX, Photoshop & Corel, MS Office (word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook)
• Independent suggestions for solutions to existing problems
Persian: Native
English: Advanced
French: Beginner