Cannons Hidden in Roses

Born in Tehran in 1976, Ali Banisadr moved to California with his family as a child. In San Francisco, he studied psychology and became involved in graffiti art. In his paintings, Banisadr conjures intangible realms where abstraction and figuration harmoniously intertwine, creating a rhythmic sense of motion with vibrant colors across the canvas. Drawing from his experience of synesthesia, where his senses of color and sound intertwine, he translates this internal perception into visual form. The enigmatic figures in his works often reflect his fascination with mythological creatures, embodying the ever-shifting identities of our increasingly digital age. While these fantastical scenes are deeply rooted in the legacy of art historical figures like Hieronymus Bosch, they resonate powerfully with contemporary life.

New York, NY, USA