Man Irooniam

Masih Zad turns Iranian words into art you can wear


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Man Irooniam
by Jahanshah Javid
16-Aug-2007
 

manirooniam.com: Over the vast expanse of the universe, a vagrant seed of a concept drifts about and lands on fertile land and is nurtured into a tree by intense passion yet tender love. The ardent labor bears fruit that is satisfying not only to Masih, the creator, but also to those who share the great pleasure of savoring the delectable fruit of his exhilarating art.

Masih comes from a family of highly-prized and respected tile artisans of Esfahan (Isfahan), whose magic creations of indigo, turquoise, and cobalt blues have adorned the mosques and historical monuments of the city of Esfahan for centuries. Holding a torch in hand and a palpitating hope in heart, he illuminates the path to mystical Persian calligraphy >>> Photos

Developed centuries ago in Heart , once one of the most important cultural centers in the world, Persian calligraphy and miniature painting have remained a staple form of art to Persians. Persian calligraphy is a living entity with infinite number of personal touches that give a peculiar mystique to this art. Masih Zad is the artist whose exquisite art of breathing life into the patterns whose mystical meanderings leave a soothing effect on those who
appreciate rhythms and cadences in Zen-like calligraphy.

Born in 1984 in Esfahan, also known as "nesfe Jahan" (half of the world), Masih has always possessed the passion and exuberance for Persian art. Living in Esfahan, a city of a tremendous variety of arts, Masih started out with restoring subtle old Persian rugs to their old glory at the age of 13. This art focuses on preserving the fragile weave of valuable antique rugs as well as other aspects such as the characteristics of dyes and provenance of
each unique Persian rug.

He designed his first T-shirt June 2001 in Iran, which he keeps in his archive.

Upon arrival in the Unites States, he started to design and produce a variety of Persian-style T-shirts , jeans and suits . "Mr. Erfan Izadi , a close friend, purchased my first T-shirt. I considers him one of my best friends, a mentor, and a great source of inspiration and encouragement,"
says Masih.

Masih is inspired by designs utilized in Persian rugs, miniature paintings, and the art of Persian calligraphy. He has closely examined and analyzed the works of past and present masters such as, Kamalolmolk , Ali Reza Abbassi, Behzad, Arjangi and Seirafian. Yet he has developed his own authentic stlyle.

Masih's sole purpose and dream is to disseminate Persian art throughout the world by presenting one of the facets of Persian culture. He has surrendered his soul to this lofty cause, and consequently the uniqueness of his work, along with the singular aspects of it, sets him apart as a pioneer in this art >>> Photos

* ManIrooniam.com
* MasihDesigns.com
* myspace.com/manirooniam


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Over the vast expanse of the universe, a vagrant seed of a concept drifts about and lands on fertile land and is nurtured into a tree by intense passion yet tender love. The ardent labor bears fruit that is satisfying not only to Masih, the creator, but also to those who share the great pleasure of savoring the delectable fruit of his exhilarating art. Masih comes from a family of highly-prized and respected tile artisans of Esfahan (Isfahan), whose magic creations of indigo, turquoise, and cobalt blues have adorned the mosques and historical monuments of the city of Esfahan for centuries. Holding a torch in hand and a palpitating hope in heart, he illuminates the path to mystical Persian calligraphy.

Developed centuries ago in Heart , once one of the most important cultural centers in the world, Persian calligraphy and miniature painting have remained a staple form of art to Persians. Persian calligraphy is a living entity with infinite number of personal touches that give a peculiar mystique to this art.

Masih Zad is the artist whose exquisite art of breathing life into the patterns whose mystical meanderings leave a soothing effect on those who appreciate rhythms and cadences in Zen-like calligraphy. Born in 1984 in Esfahan, also known as “nesfe Jahan” (half of the world), Masih has always possessed the passion and exuberance for Persian art. Living in Esfahan, a city of a tremendous variety of arts, Masih started out with restoring subtle old Persian rugs to their old glory at the age of 13. This art focuses on preserving the fragile weave of valuable antique rugs as well as other aspects such as the characteristics of dyes and provenance of each unique Persian rug.

He designed his first T-shirt June 2001 in Iran, which he keeps in his archive.

Upon arrival in the Unites States, he started to design and produce a variety of Persian-style T-shirts , jeans and suits . “Mr. Salar Barakatein, a close friend, purchased my first T-shirt. I considers him one of his best friends, a mentor, and a great source of inspiration and encouragement,” says Masih.

Masih is inspired by designs utilized in Persian rugs, miniature paintings, and the art of Persian calligraphy. He has closely examined and analyzed the works of past and present masters such as, Kamalolmolk , Ali Reza Abbassi, Behzad, Arjangi and Seirafian. Yet he has developed his own authentic stlyle.

Masih’s sole purpose and dream is to disseminate Persian art throughout the world by presenting one of the facets of Persian culture. He has surrendered his soul to this lofty cause, and consequently the uniqueness of his work, along with the singular aspects of it, sets him apart as a pioneer in this art.


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shayanzi

100 rahmat be car commercials

by shayanzi on

The only thing more annoying than ford car commercials on tv is this guys comercials on radio. dont push too hard buddy, if you have a good product it will sell and since you dont have one you are just making a monkey out of yourself.  a friend got one as a gift and its the worst materilal and print possible. . thats what they call "scam"  and of course couldn't give it to anybody. I bet the shirts are 1$ shirts. its just so annoying that everythig has to become a scam in this culture. I hope clothing and fashion don't become like the iranian pop music where everyday people with no original ideas and no talent come and try to push their way up with lies and big stupid words. and of course no one will succeeed, but it just distracts people from the real beauty. and rememebr this is not pop music, so please please take out your irrelevant funny pictures. hahahah art?  I would expect more from iranian.com but it seems like its becoming a low class advertising platform for low class scamers. 


monashah

A little too late!

by monashah on

Now everyday I receive emails and forwards about people who are "inspired" by what Nima Behnod has done. I don't consider them copies, it was like a wake-up call for all of us who were ashamed of our heritage. But as any other trade among the inspired individuals come those who are taking the quick and uncreative detour to cash-out. They might cashout but the are far from the initial concept and purpose.


Delaram

GO PERSIA

by Delaram on

I know many people who are doing this in US, Canada, Iran and europe. I think nima behnoud www.nimany.com is the first one who did this. I love his designs because they are really original art work. But its good to see that other young people are trying too. I wish you all the best.


Delaram

GO PERSIA

by Delaram on

I know many people who are doing this in US, Canada, Iran and europe. I think nima behnoud www.nimany.com is the first one who did this. I love his designs because they are really original art work. But its good to see that other young people are trying too. I wish you all the best.


arjang123

"Nothing is Sacred"

by arjang123 on

It was a few years back when I read an article in your website about the young man in New York who started a clothing project using ancient Persian elements.
today i am happy to see that many of our young fellow Iranians have followed his path and became committed to showing the world the beauties of our culture in a humble manner.
Now this article was a blow to all of those other people's effort. Its a lazy and easy approach which not only undermines the subject but also questions the intention and the sincerity of this guy and your website from the egoistic content to the presentation.  
But as you say "Nothing is Sacred" so I guess you can mix "genuine" and the "Fake". I hope not!!

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