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Template:New unreviewed article New article name is Hessam Abrishami is an Iranian artist who lives in California, United States.

Hessam Abrishami, An Iranian famous artist

Short Biography

Artworks convey a unique view of the world through the eyes of the artist. This view is colored by the individual beliefs and experiences of that artist. Hessam Abrishami was born in Shiraz, Iran in 1951. He has been greatly influenced by the ancient history that surrounded him as a child. Seeking a society free from the limitations of modern day Iran, Hessam left his home country to expand his knowledge and awareness of the outside, changing world. His quest to excel as an artist took him to Italy, one of the historically great epicenters of the art world. He began his higher education in Pietro Vanucci, at the Accademia di Belle Arti. ^[1]

Career

Hessam Abrishami is still driven by the deeply felt values that he developed during his early days in Iran and Europe. Understanding the struggles encountered by emerging artists, Hessam has always been willing to help new artists develop their careers. Hessam believes strongly in the goodness of people and this world, which is reflected in not only his art, but in his personal values. Hessam additionally creates some artistic statements that defy oppression.

When asked if it is difficult to see a favorite painting leave in the arms of a collector, possibly never to be seen again, Hessam has said, “No, I have enjoyed making it and now I want it to bring happiness to someone else.” He goes on to express that the artwork does not belong solely to the artist, but in fact, it belongs to the people. Hessam’s art is his way of helping to make the world a free and joyful place. Hessam’s approach to art is intuitive and free by nature, yet disciplined by his strong foundation in artistic fundamentals.

Hessam Abrishami has diligently worked from his early years to gain the freedom and education necessary to make his life’s vision come true. Hessam currently has over 20,000 private collectors world-wide and has exhibited in over 100 One-Man Gallery Shows, over 25 International Exhibitions, and multiple Museums. ^[2] Hessam was recently presented with the “Key to the City” of Ormond Beach, Florida where his work is currently displayed in the Museum of Arts and Sciences. Hessam has also been invited by the American Liberty University in association with California Polytechnic University in Pomona to receive an Honorary Doctorate to commemorate his achievements as a fine art painter.

Hessam’s art has become much more than a grand collection of paintings, drawings and sculptures. It has become a legacy. The inspiration, passion and beauty of his art are just a few reasons why his work is so widely collected.

Chronology

1951 Born in Shiraz, Iran

1967 Encouraged to study painting and drawing by his teacher, Muezzi

1970 Wins first place in Iran’s National Painting Competition

1971 Receives Diploma in architecture from the Namazi Institute, Shiraz

1975 Goes to Italy to study at the Accademia di Belle Arti Pietro Vannuci, Perugia

1979 Graduates with a Masters of Fine Arts

1980 Returns to Iran

1980 Son, Kaveh, is born

1982 Publication of a book of drawings, Scream

1983 Returns to Italy to develop further his technique and style

1984 Emigrates to the United States to pursue his painting career

1987 Illustrates The Epic of King Kiomars

One-Man Exhibitions

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Hessam Abrishami's Artwork

1979 First professional exhibition, City Gallery of Perugia

1981 Derissi and Suratkadph Galleries, Shiraz

1984 Municipal Gallery of Julia Nova, Italy | Municipal Gallery of Noretto, Italy

1985 University of California Los Angeles, California

1986 Forecast Gallery, Los Angeles, California | Mac Houston Gallery, Pasadena, California

1989 Santa Monica (California) Public Library, California

1991 Bennett Gallery, Nashville, Tennessee

1995 Stellers Gallery, Jacksonville, Florida | Art Tech Gallery, Denver, Colorado | Bennett Gallery, Nashville, Tennessee | Lyrical Art Co., Tokyo, Japan

1996 Art Impressions Gallery, Columbus, Ohio | A Gallery of Fine Art, Palm Desert, California | Barucci Gallery, Clayton, Missouri Shaw Gallery, Naples, Florida

1997 Apropos Gallery, Telluride, Colorado | Mary Vincent Gallery, Westchester, Illinois | Water Street Gallery, Minneapolis, Minnesota | Syd Entel Galleries, Safety Harbor, Florida

1998 Shaw Gallery, Naples, Florida | New River Gallery, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida | Emerald City Fine Art, Seattle, Washington | Gallery 444, San Francisco, California

2001 Galerie Brion, Del Ray Beach, Florida | Saper Galleries, East Lansing, Michigan | Sahara Fine Art, Bellevue, Washington | A Gallery of Fine Art, Palm Desert, California | Nese Galleries, Newport Beach, California

2002 Shaw Gallery, Naples, Florida | New River Gallery, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida | Michael Collins Gallery, Escondido, California

2003 Galerie Brion, Del Ray Beach, Florida | Art Resources Gallery, Edina, Minnesota | Ocean Galleries, Stone Harbor, New Jersey | Syd Entel Galleries, Safety Harbor, Florida | Gallery 319, Santa Monica, California

2004 Shaw Gallery, Naples, Florida | West Coast Gallery, Whistler, B.C., Canada | Chasen Galleries, Richmond, Virginia | Newbury Fine Art, Boston, Massachusetts

2005 Galerie Brion, Del Ray Beach, Florida | Syd Entel Galleries, Safety Harbor, Florida | Seyhoun Gallery, West Hollywood, California | Artique, Pleasanton, California | Lesa Johnson Gallery, San Francisco, California

2007 New River Gallery, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida | Seyhoun Gallery, West Hollywood, California | Blu Fine Art, Santana Row, California | Syd Entel Galleries, Safety Harbor, Florida | Lesa Johnson Gallery, San Francisco, California | A Gallery of Fine Art, Palm Desert, California | The Art Shop, Greensboro, North Carolina | Phillips Gallery, Carmel, California

2009 Shaw Gallery, Naples, Florida | Rebecca Molayem Gallery, West Hollywood, California | LaMantia Gallery, Las Vegas, Nevada | Latino Art Museum, Pomona, California

Group Exhibitions:

1987-1990 Participates in 72 Art Festivals and wins 21 prizes

1995 Group Exhibition at the Deck The Walls, San Diego, California

1996 Group Exhibition at the Art of Entertainment Gallery, MGM Grand Hotel/Casino, Las Vegas

1997 Group Exhibition AT ABC Galleria, New York

2006 Group Exhibition at Seyhoun Gallery, California

International Exhibitions

1990-1997 Annually Exhibits at the Los Angeles Art Expo

1992 Exhibits at the Atlanta ABC Show

1992 Group Exhibition at Art Asia Trade Show, Hong Kong

1993 Group Exhibition at the Tokyo International Art Show, Japan

1993 Exhibits in the Chicago Art Expo

1993 Exhibits at Orlando, Dallas and Atlanta ABC Shows

1994 Exhibits at Art21 in Las Vegas, Nevada

1994 Exhibits at Orlando, Dallas, Atlanta and Philadelphia ABC Shows

1994 Exhibits at the International Spring Fair, Birmingham, England

1995 Exhibits at Dallas and Atlanta ABC Shows

1996 Exhibits at Atlanta and Philadelphia ABC Shows

1997 International Autumn Fair, Birmingham, England

1997 Exhibits at Washington D.C., Chicago and Atlanta ABC Shows

2005 Exhibits at the Atlanta Art Expo

1990-Present Annually Exhibits at the New York Art Expo

2007-Present Annually Exhibits at the Las Vegas Art Expo

Museum Exhibitions

1980 Museum of Contemporary Arts, Tehran

1986 San Bernardino (California) Museum of Art

2006 Museum of Arts and Sciences of Daytona Beach, Florida

2009 Latino Art Museum, Pomona, California

Other recognitions

2006 “Key to the City” of Ormond Beach, Florida

2007 Honorary Doctorate from American Liberty University, California

Books

The Black Apple (Regular book)

The Black Apple (Deluxe book)

The Black Apple (Deluxe book ) 2nd Edition

Expression of Love (regular book)

Expression of Love (Deluxe book)

Art Videos

External links

References

^ Coast Gallery. "Hessam Abrishami". Artist.
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 First professional exhibition, City Gallery of Perugia