I Am Iran (2011) Online

I Am Iran (2011) Online

I AM IRAN takes you on an exquisite journey through the life of Professor Houshang Seyhoun - the most revered and prolific artist and architect in Iran. This fantastic tour brings to life the beauty of Iran, its buildings, history, and socially and religiously influenced culture. The documentary I AM IRAN presents the very essence of Persian culture and aesthetic, through intimate focus on the experiences, practices, and life of a truly extraordinary man who embodies the nobility of Middle Eastern design. Born in 1920 to highly artistic parents, Houshang was strongly encouraged from a young age to develop his natural passion for drawing. 90 years later, and Professor Seyhoun's enviable accomplishments include exhibiting his art worldwide from Tehran to Paris to Amherst - where his works kept company with those of Salvador Dali and Pablo Picasso - and winning numerous awards for his architectural designs. With such a diverse background of education and experiences, how does a Baha'I ...