foroozan shirghani shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
foroozan, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Immersing myself in nature has always brought me peace and a deep reconnection to the essence of life. Lately, however, singing, music, and exploring their academic world have become deeply fascinating to me.
The combination of logic, mathematics, and art is an intriguing one، it connects me to unfamiliar parts of myself and gives me a profound sense of motivation and inspiration in both life and work.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am a multidisciplinary artist born in Iran and based in Los Angeles. My work explores the psychological and socio-political aspects of identity, displacement, and alienation ، the fragile space between belonging and estrangement.
I draw from personal experiences and universal emotions, using materials such as clay, fabric, and wood to express how trauma and transformation leave imprints on the human body and psyche. My ongoing series Alienation reimagines fragmented human-like forms inspired by compressed plastic bottles a metaphor for pressure, deformation, and resilience.
My practice is about empathy, vulnerability, and the possibility of regeneration. Through large-scale sculptures and installations, I invite viewers to engage physically and emotionally to witness how fragility can coexist with strength.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
The part of me that once sought the approval of others. Perhaps this desire was rooted in my age, upbringing, or cultural background, but over time its importance has faded to the point that no longer holds meaning in my life. Today, I find a profound freedom in solitude and in engaging with what I genuinely love, a freedom that strengthens my intuition and renews my vitality for both life and art.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me endurance and how to transform pain into creation. Success can affirm, but pain transforms; it opens the soul, revealing layers of strength and sensitivity that success alone can’t reach.
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
I’m committed to expanding the Alienation project into an interactive installation and stop-motion film، exploring how fragmented forms can move, breathe, and tell stories. This long-term vision continues to evolve, and I’m dedicated to bringing it to life no matter how long it takes.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. How do you know when you’re out of your depth?
I know I’m out of my depth when I stop feeling curious, when a sense of fear or resistance replaces wonder. Curiosity, for me, is a lifeline; as long as it’s alive, even fear becomes a form of learning. It reminds me that growth often happens at the edge of comfort, and that uncertainty isn’t something to escape, but a space to explore. The moment curiosity fades, I know I’ve lost connection both to the experience and to myself.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://foroozanshirghani.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CVFFRI2oY16/?utm_medium=copy_link
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/foroozan-shirghani-b5150669
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foroozan.shirghani
Image Credits
Reza khodayar
