Farhad Bahram

http://www.farhadbahram.com/

artist statement

As a citizen of Middle East, I have been able to observe the effects of governmental mistrust of traditions, which in Iran result in the attempt to control every aspect of communication. Having grown up under such stringent regulatory control, I developed a great desire to use the potential of Art in reconstructing the conservative type of communication in the society. In my projects there is always a message waiting to be conducted through a channel by a motive sender in order to be received freely by a conative receiver. This action happens within a social context and via the language of interaction –usually through photography– and that’s why audience has an important role in my works.

what do you love about the MFA program at the University of Oregon?

UO has strong interdisciplinary MFA program not just between other art majors but also through other departments; as for someone who practice at the intersection of art and human sciences, I have freedom to have some other classes in sociology and anthropology departments. There is also a great parity between theory and studio practice in this program, which lets you to strength the form and concept of your works at the same time. Also as an international student, I have a very good interaction with different professors by having 4 mentors and advisor each semester. Up to date software and facilities, several art galleries and museum inside the campus and also well‐equipped photo lab are some other benefits in this program.

anticipated graduation date: May 2015

Farhad Bahram, From Live By Dead series, 2012, photography.

Farhad Bahram, From Kashan 256 km project, 2012, photography and installation.

Farhad Bahram, From Reciprocality project, 2012, photography and performance.