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April 24, 2025

Nasim Yazdani Featured in The FLUX Review, Edition 12

Nasim Yazdani has been featured in The FLUX Review, Edition 12—an international magazine known for showcasing voices shaping today’s contemporary art scene.

Nasim Yazdani Featured in The FLUX Review, Edition 12, Cover, available at: https://www.thefluxreview.com/store/.

This edition includes a full-length interview with the artist, exploring the evolution of her practice, her commitment to social responsibility, and the deeper philosophical questions that underpin her abstract work.

In the interview, Yazdani reflects on her early curiosity for art, sparked in childhood and later enhanced through academic study and cross-cultural experiences. She discusses her journey from realistic portraiture to an abstract visual language that examines human emotion, identity, and the unseen connections that bind the whole universe. Her current series, The Essence, embodies these themes through layered acrylic works that probe the idea of unity in diversity.

Yazdani’s style—described as a fusion of expressive realism and abstraction—uses textured palette knife techniques to evoke both movement and stillness. She views art as a form of social activism, a space to challenge fixed identities and artificial borders. Her work celebrates cultural hybridity while encouraging a collective reflection on shared human experience.

The feature also introduces readers to her recent sub-series, The Essence: Shadows and Symphony of Features, which explore dualities such as light and dark, unity and individuality, offering profound meditations on resilience, growth, and transformation.

Nasim Yazdani Featured in The FLUX Review, Edition 12, Page 58-59

Nasim Yazdani Featured in The FLUX Review, Edition 12, Page 60-61

Nasim Yazdani Featured in The FLUX Review, Edition 12, Page 62-63

Edition 12 of The FLUX Review is now available via https://www.thefluxreview.com/store/, offering a deeper look into Yazdani’s unique voice and vision in the world of contemporary art.

To view Nasim Yazdani’s portfolio, visit https://nasimyazdani.com/, and follow Nasim Yazdani’s Instagram.

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April 2, 2025

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A Critical Review from Juan Pablo Ruiz Morales

2 April 2025

Chilean artist and designer Juan Pablo Ruiz Morales recently offered a critical review of The Essence by Nasim Yazdani, highlighting the collection’s thematic depth and the artist’s approach to materiality. Juan Pablo, who has spent over a decade refining his skills in pen-and-ink drawing, blends his background in industrial design and firefighting with his artistic practice. As the founder of Mons Design Studio, he brings a unique global perspective to his work.

Juan Pablo Ruiz Morales

Juan Pablo Ruiz Morales’ Review:

‘The Essence feels like a meditation on time—where past, present, and future exist in a single breath. Nasim Yazdani’s ability to shape materials into poetic forms is striking, each piece holding a quiet, undeniable presence. What moves me most is the honesty in Yazdani’s work. She does not force the material; she listens to it. Textures, imperfections, and shapes emerge as if they always belonged, revealing something both fragile and enduring. The artist’s statement beautifully frames this dialogue between destruction and preservation—a tension that lingers in every piece. The Essence carries a clarity that feels deeply personal yet universal. It’s a stunning collection.’

Nasim Yazdani - The Essence 2404 - 2024 - 80 by 60 cm - Acrylic on Canvas

Nasim Yazdani, The Essence 2404, 2024, 80 x 60 cm, Acrylic on Canvas

Juan Pablo’s review offers a compelling perspective on the collection, noting its ability to generate both personal and universal themes through its careful balance of destruction and preservation. His insights indicate the thoughtfulness behind The Essence and the profound emotional impact it leaves on viewers.

For more information about Nasim Yazdani and her artworks, visit her website: nasimyazdani.com, follow her LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nasimyazdani-ef, her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nassimyazdani/?hl=en and her Facebook: Facebook/NassimYazdani.

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March 30, 2025

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Dr Barbara Johnson Writes a Critical Review of Nasim Yazdani’s Latest Collections

30 March 2025

Dr Barbara Johnson, a scholar in Global Education and a dedicated advocate for justice, peace, and unity, has offered a critical review of The Essence and The Essence: Shadows collections by Nasim Yazdani. Dr Johnson serves as the lead editor for Tender Branches Press, a division of Loving All the World, Inc., a not-for-profit organisation that engages children, families, and communities with resources and initiatives to promote justice and service. Her work focuses on empowering children to embrace diversity, serve humanity, and work towards a more peaceful world.

Dr Barbara Johnson

In her review, Dr Johnson reflects the depth and impact of Yazdani’s work:

‘Nasim Yazdani’s love for the world and all people who make the earth our home takes focus in her collection of paintings. In her collection, The Essence, we clearly see the light of the human spirit as well as its shadow; her latest collections seem to highlight potential even while facing the darker aspects of human experience; and her Symphony of Features shows the beauty in every person: truly a collection of poems for the eye. But my favourite of all Ms Yazdani’s work is her work for children. Her illustrations show entirely different aspects of the artist’s talent as she portrays the shining potential of the child. This is an artist to watch!

Ms Yazdani’s abstract paintings explore the concepts of light and darkness as they pertain to the human experience, with implications for human relationships in their positive and negative possibilities, and returning always to the promise of connection. The abstractions invite the viewer to experience the full range of possibilities within the individual and also clearly suggest the commonality of human experience, in which we find ourselves as members of the same human family. The suggestion of leaves in her paintings broadens the depiction of human experience within the self and within relationships, to include the possibility of life in harmony with the natural world.

Yazdani’s art is not limited to her work as a painter. Her painterly eye and hand extend her gifts to the world’s children with a clear invitation to move forward into the light, collaborating with others to create a world of peace, justice, and unity. Her work reflects her dedication to her craft, her exploration of human experiences, and a call to transcendence. She accompanies us in our collective endeavours to see the truth in ourselves and in the world, to reconcile this tension, and to take a next step together.’

Nasim Yazdani, The Essence – Shadows 2402, 2025, Acrylic on canvas, 80 x 60 cm

Dr Johnson’s expertise in global education and her deep commitment to fostering unity and justice make her perspective particularly meaningful. Her thoughtful critique affirms the depth of Yazdani’s artistic vision and situates her work within a broader global conversation about art’s role in shaping a more unified world. Her words serve as both recognition and encouragement, further cementing Yazdani’s place as an influential artist whose work is making a lasting impact.

More about Nasim Yazdani’s artistic journey and latest works can be found on her official website: nasimyazdani.com.

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March 29, 2025

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Joe Paczkowski Offers Critical Review of Nasim Yazdani’s The Essence

March 29, 2025

The esteemed digital graphic designer Joe Paczkowski has recently provided a thoughtful critical review of Nasim Yazdani’s latest painting collection, The Essence. Known for his self-taught expertise in graphic design and his work in exhibition stands, vehicle graphics, and signage, Joe’s artistic perspective offers a fresh and engaging insight into Yazdani’s work. His review of The Essence praises the collection’s emotional depth and visual complexity, providing an in-depth analysis of its artistic merits.

Artist Joe Paczkowski at a Bicentenary event

In his critique, Joe writes:

‘Nasim Yazdani’s The Essence is a striking collection that was recognised as one of the finalists in the London International Creative Competition, a testament to its artistic and emotional depth. Working with acrylic paint, Yazdani masterfully layers textures and contrasts, creating a visual language that mirrors the complexities of human experience. The central theme of The Essence revolves around human faces emerging from abstract backgrounds, where highly contrasted shades interplay within a limited palette. This artistic choice is both deliberate and evocative, as it generates a harmony amidst chaos—an effect that profoundly engages the viewer. The faces, appearing to struggle from a swirling sea of abstraction, symbolise the emergence of identity, emotion, and realisation. This visual tension between form and formlessness creates a compelling narrative that invites deep contemplation.

The use of a limited palette is particularly effective, serving as a unifying force amidst the collection’s strong contrasts. Rather than dulling the vibrancy of the pieces, it enhances the interplay between light and shadow, heightening the emotional resonance of the figures. The result is a dynamic tension that suggests not just struggle, but also resolution and healing. The paintings beckon the viewer into an active search—to recognise, understand, and connect with the figures that reveal themselves through the compositions.

The collection’s paintings present a range of emotional expressions and states, yet a cohesive theme emerges: the unveiling of an inner truth. The figures, complex and layered, convey depth, conflict, and vulnerability. However, beyond the tension, an overarching message of hope and attainment prevails. There is a suggestion of transcendence, as if the subjects are breaking through the chaos to reveal something essential about the human spirit.

Yazdani’s ability to balance abstraction with emotional depth ensures that The Essence is not just visually captivating but also profoundly introspective. It is a collection that lingers in the mind, inviting multiple interpretations and continued engagement. The interplay of clashing shades and emerging forms speaks to the universal experience of transformation, making this exhibition a powerful and resonant artistic statement. In The Essence, Yazdani does not merely depict emotion—she compels the viewer to feel it, making this collection a significant and memorable contribution to contemporary art.’

Nasim Yazdani, The Essence 2406, 2024, 80 x 60 cm, Acrylic on Canvas

Joe Paczkowski’s review highlights the emotional and visual impact of Yazdani’s collection, The Essence, underscoring the complexity of human identity and the transformative power of art. His analysis offers valuable insight into the profound resonance of the work, providing an additional layer of recognition for Yazdani’s ongoing contribution to contemporary art.’

More about Nasim Yazdani’s artistic journey and latest works can be found on her official website: nasimyazdani.com.

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March 28, 2025

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Renowned Scholar Anne Gordon Perry Reviews Nasim Yazdani’s Latest Collection: The Essence

March 27, 2025

Internationally recognised artist Nasim Yazdani has received a critical review from Dr Anne Gordon Perry for her latest collection, The Essence. Dr Perry, a distinguished scholar with a PhD in Aesthetic Studies, is known for her contributions to literature, film, and publishing, as well as her deep engagement with the arts and aesthetics. Her review affirms the significance of Yazdani’s artistic exploration of human identity and oneness.

Dr Anne Gordon Perry, PhD Aesthetic Studies, College Instructor, Art Appreciation, Texas, USA

In her critique of The Essence, Dr Perry states:

‘Nasim Yazdani explores human identity through her paintings in a profoundly thoughtful, cross-cultural way. Having emerged from a restrictive culture to a more progressive one, she is well aware of the importance of self-expression, human rights, and arts as a catalyst for social change. The faces in her paintings suggest we are all part of a diverse, collective species. Differences of race, gender, ethnicity, heritage, and age—essentially all variations of the human experience—seem to be minimised in her work in favour of the most important aspect—our oneness. Bold and sure, her work signals a kind of ‘coming of age’ of the human race, with affirmation at its core.’

Yazdani’s work has been widely acknowledged for its emphasis on the universality of human experience. Through her art, she challenges societal barriers and fosters an inclusive dialogue that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries. The Essence exemplifies this vision, offering viewers a profound meditation on identity, unity, and the transformative power of art.

Nasim Yazdani, The Essence 2418, 2024, Acrylic on canvas, 80 x 60 cm

Dr Perry’s review reinforces Yazdani’s growing impact in the global art scene, further positioning her as an influential figure in contemporary visual arts. More about Nasim Yazdani’s artistic journey and latest works can be found on her official website: nasimyazdani.com.

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September 24, 2019

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Transforming Everyday Objects

By Nasim Yazdani

Artwork:
Jean-Luc Moulène
“Fixed Standard” (Paris, 2017)
Plastic Chair, Cardboard, Wood, Bolts, Screws, Nails and Washers
Dimensions: 31 1/2 × 17 × 21″ (80 × 43.2 × 53.3 cm)

Artists’ course of professional life is usually formed by a number of factors including their identity, the places they live in or they travel to, culture, current social issues, and the contingencies of their time. They benefit from different materials to express their inner self. Many artists transform everyday objects to create new forms and question the conventional definitions limiting minds. Jean-Luc Moulène, for instance, makes controversial montage works using ordinary objects such as plastic chairs to depict and satisfy his traumatic and, at the same time, invigorating imagination rooted in his identity. One of his recent creations, called “Fixed Standard”, which is basically a transformed chair, will be studied as an example of his extraordinary art.

Jean-Luc, who was born in 1955 and studied Aesthetics and Science of Art at the Sorbonne University in Paris, made “Fixed Standard” in 2017. The artwork, the dimensions of which are 31 1/2 × 17 × 21″, has been created by invading a plastic chair with cardboard, wood, bolts, screws, nails, and washers in order to make the conflict between conventional standards and human imagination visible.

The work is in fact shaped by a continuous dialogue between his imagination and the violation and negation of a common object to question the cliché meanings attributed to it. By doing so he tries to develop new forms of knowledge. Indeed, his collection of shapeshifting sculptures is supposed to show the constant contradiction between his identity and society.

He cannot imagine a chair without transforming its predetermined specifications and turning it into something new, the features of which are totally unknown and can be explored and speculated. “Fixed Standard” perfectly illustrates how the human being let appointed functions restrict their power of intuition and imagination.

References:
• “Fixed Standard” by Jean-Luc Moulène, 2017, The Museum of Modern Art, New York
• ” Jean-Luc Moulène Selected Texts and Artworks”, Miguel Abreu Gallery, New York

Jean-Luc Moulène

Fixed Standard by Jean-Luc Moulène

Jean-Luc Moulène

Fixed Standard by Jean-Luc Moulène