Simplicity vs complexity, form vs formlessness and fading form, unity vs separation, color vs monotone, existence vs non-existence. The artist examines elements and issues on two sides of the spectrum. She expresses her thoughts on human experiences of unity, peace, love, separation and suffering. She is influenced by the eastern philosophies. Though Manzar expresses her feelings and thoughts through simple, static forms, one can infer a dynamism and hint of discovery in them. She strives for peace and tranquility through her ecstatic forms.
Art has been a delicate vehicle to communicate my ideas and feelings that connect me to my cultural roots in Persia. Literature, philosophy, music and other aspects of the culture have played a significant part in my expression on various subject matters from women issues, peace and unity to depicting human experience of love, suffering, or even conveying a simple visual image."
Selected Reviews of Manzar's work
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Manzar's works are on permanent display at WaterMark Gallery