W. Keith & Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery

Persian Visions: Headbang: Photographs by Roya Falahi

Persian Visions: Headbang: Photographs by Roya Falahi

Oct 11, 2011 to Dec 3, 2011

Location: Kellogg University Art Gallery

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Persian Visions Artwork Headbang , the first solo-show of Los Angeles based artist, Roya Falahi is an amalgamation of past and current photographs. Using the realism of large-format photography, Falahi captures surreal imagery -- finely crafted portraits and narrative 'tableaux' -- that explore disguise and veiling. With an emphasis on the head/upper body, the works in Headbang are resonant with visual and psychological impact, layering multiple references to create new and complex connotations. Informed by the current global- political context, Iranian-American culture, hard-rock music, and pop culture/fashion imagery, Falahi's work comprises a compelling investigation into contemporary issues surrounding identity and culture.