Hamed Rashtian, From Reverie Series 2, 2016

Hamed Rashtian

Hamed Rashtian is a Vancouver-based visual artist who focuses on creating a dialogue between various colonial histories through his art. Through his practice, Rashtian delves into a thought-provoking exploration of Iran's rich cultural heritage, evoking contemplation on the ever-evolving interplay between history, collective identity, and the built environment.

Hamed Rashtian completed his MFA at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver and holds a Swiss Federal Diploma in Higher Education from the F+F School of Art and Design in Zurich. Active as a visual artist since 2006, Rashtian has had solo exhibitions in Iran, Switzerland, and United Arab Emirates as well as participated in many international group exhibitions. He is currently a PhD student in the School of Interactive Arts & Technology at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver.