Who I am?
Born in Tehran in 1982, when Iran was a war-torn country, Arezo Khosroshahi’s early years were marked by the challenges and hardships of the ongoing conflict. In search of a better future, her family made the courageous decision to emigrate, seeking stability and a better life abroad.
In 1990, at the age of eight, Arezo and her family found themselves in Toronto, Canada. It was here that she discovered her innate talent and passion for painting, a creative outlet that provided solace and allowed her to express herself amidst the unfamiliarity of a new environment. In this oftentimes lonely environment, her art became her voice.
Determined to pursue her artistic aspirations, Arezo Khosroshahi dedicated herself to her craft, honing her skills and pushing the boundaries of her artistic abilities. In 2007, she proudly graduated from York University in Toronto, having completed her studies in Fine Arts Visual Arts.
The experiences of growing up in Iran during a time of conflict, coupled with the subsequent immigration to Canada, have significantly influenced Arezo’s artistic perspective. She channels her unique cultural background and the struggles she witnessed into her art, creating powerful and thought-provoking pieces that reflect her personal journey and the resilience of the human spirit.
Today, based in Istanbul and Toronto, Arezo Khosroshahi continues to create captivating artworks that transcend borders and resonate with audiences worldwide. Her work serves as a testament to the transformative power of art and the ability to find beauty and inspiration even in the face of adversity.
Art Shows
Kapudag Art Gallery/ Caresse Art Gallery, Bodrum, Turkey, July 1-July- September 1, 2023
Ipek Yolu, Sanatevet Festival, Istanbul, Turkey, June 6-13, 2023
Kapudag Art Gallery, Sapphire Residence Lounge, Istanbul, Turkey, September 15, 2021
Art Ankara Fair, Kapudağ Art Gallery, Ankara, Turkey, March 12-15, 2020
Karbon Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey, May 10-29 -extended June 4, 2016
Café Den, Istanbul, Turkey, June 17- July 10, 2015
Winters College Gallery, Toronto, Canada, April 12-16, 2004
Pinelo Art Gallery, Varna Bulgaria, June 9-11, 2023
Kapudag Art Gallery, The Grand Hyatt Hotel, Istanbul, Turkey, March 22 - April 30, 2023
Ekav Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey, August 28, 2021 - September 30, 2021
Nisart Maçka Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey, October 22-30, 2016
Mitte, Istanbul, Turkey, October 28, 2015
Winters College Gallery, Toronto, Canada, November 18-24, 2007
Founders College Gallery, Toronto, Canada, October 17-23, 2004
Workshops & Art Talks
Soho House, Istanbul, Turkey, July 18, 2022
Art Vision Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey, April 5- 7, 2019
Soho House, Istanbul, Turkey, July 18, 2022
Pizza East, Istanbul, Turkey, August 18, 2016
Work Experiences
2007 Bachelors Degree
Bachelor of Fine Arts/Visual Arts, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2017-2020 Sun Brown Kish Co., Tehran, Iran
2012-2013 Mamut Art Project, Istanbul, Turkey
March 2012 – June 2012 Pilevneli Project, Istanbul, Turkey
November 2011 – February 2012 Galerist, Istanbul, Turkey
2008-2011 Part-time Private Art Class Tutor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Instructing pupils in art, such as: painting, sketching and designing