Azita Mireshghi

Free At Last

Brass, recycled bullet casings

"In my envisioned world, the very concept of humanity transcends the notion of crimes against one another. Love flows unconditionally, free from judgment and the oppressive forces that have plagued our history. This wearable safe space is my interpretation of a better world on its way, emerging from the rubble of current atrocities, one in which equality and peace reign supreme, where individuals can proudly identify as whoever they choose to be, and where the collective dream of a free and just society becomes a reality."

— Azita Mireshghi

About the artist

Azita Mireshghi

American

Azita Mireshghi is an American-born Iranian metalsmith, studio artist, and curator based out of Santa Monica, California, where she was born and raised. Coming from three generations of blacksmiths, she obtained her Master of Fine Arts in Jewelry and Metal Arts in 2016 and has a deep-rooted connection to Iranian culture and art. Her work in general explores emotional reactions caused by adornment.

Azita’s current focus is creating art that addresses social justice issues, while making wearable pieces that are process driven through her examination of texture in metal.