Draft:Arman Mansouri

Arman Mansouri (born on May 19, 1997) is a multidisciplinary artist, filmmaker, and performance artist.

Early life and education

He was born and raised in Qatar with Iranian roots. After completing his degree at Qatar Aeronautical College as a pilot, Arman followed his childhood passion for art, film, design, and performance. His diverse background has allowed him to create unique and impactful works that bridge cultural and artistic boundaries.

Career

He was a participant in the Doha Fire Station Museum’s Artist in Residence Program (AIR 7), where he developed and showcased his innovative projects. Arman has exhibited his work in many of Qatar’s most prestigious museums, galleries, and auction houses, including the Museum of Islamic Art, M7, Doha Fire Station Museum, and participated in high-profile exhibitions like the FIFA 2024 Exhibition and the Qatar Olympic Exhibition.

Arman’s first short film was selected for the ‘Made in Qatar’ program at the Ajyal Film Festival and has also been featured in several international festivals. His work spans across different mediums, including painting, performance, and video art, and he is known for creating a signature font based on universal musical notes, which he developed during his residency at the Fire Station Museum. This innovative font is readable across various alphabets and languages, symbolizing his commitment to creating a universal artistic language.

Arman continues to push the boundaries of artistic expression, using his multidisciplinary approach to explore themes of identity, memory, and cultural heritage.

References

[1] DFI’s Made in Qatar Film Competition at VOX Cinemas showcases homegrown talent with 14 shorts directed by Qatari nationals and residents, offering a platform for local filmmakers to share their unique perspectives.

[2] the Exhibition : Fashioning an Empire: Textiles from Safavid Iran at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)

[3] Exhibitions in Doha; from Museum of Islamic Art and Mathaf to M7 and National Museum of Qatar

[4] “Art and Healing” talk with Arman Mansouri . During this talk, Arman willdive into our inner pains, and discuss ways on how to heal through different forms of art.