{"id":1555,"date":"2016-05-27T13:16:21","date_gmt":"2016-05-27T13:16:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/?page_id=1555"},"modified":"2019-09-27T17:54:43","modified_gmt":"2019-09-27T17:54:43","slug":"about-ebramin-amin","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/about-ebramin-amin\/","title":{"rendered":"ABOUT EBRAMIN AMIN"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ebrahim AMIN <\/strong><\/p>\n

signature member of<\/strong> (OPA)(LPAPA)<\/p>\n

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“… the importance of color values and brush strokes … continues to influence his paintings, whether the subject is a figure or a seascape.” Artists to Watch, Southwest Art Magazine, June 2002<\/em><\/p>\n

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The joy of painting came to Ebrahim at the early age of 13 when he started exploring nearby galleries and exhibitions in Tehran, Iran. He sensed strong artistic talents awaken within him. After passionately exploring different art media, he won prizes in local art competitions and began studying under the supervision of a local master. At age 17, he was admitted to the prestigious Kamal-al-Molk Arts Institute and fortunately had a chance to have one the Russian masters Alexander as teacher for short time. That critical period laid the foundation for his art career.<\/p>\n

Within a few years, he became a signature artist in all of the famous art galleries in Tehran. After the Revolution, he escaped Iran due to political pressures and migrated with his family to Munich, Germany. The art scene in Munich was mostly limited to Classical painting and Ebrahim\u2019s background enabled him to make a very strong statement, exhibiting at several venues while teaching courses and seminars. His heart was drawn to the red-hot center for arts in the north-western city of Cologne, where he eventually moved to in 1990. There he opened a successful art gallery right at the center for the arts scene, gaining regional recognition for his classical style as well as his excellent Portrait skills and modern expressionistic pieces.<\/p>\n

In 1995 Ebrahim visited Orange County, California, where the Plein-Air art scene had left an impression of endless artistic potential. His yearning for a more modern art scene eventually encouraged him to change homes yet again, this time fueled only by a desire for discovery. Equipped with a vast technical background and deep artistic sensibility, he has successfully merged several potent influences into his interpretation of Plein-Air, producing stunning masterworks of light and value. Therefore Ebrahim has been elevated to the level of Signature Member at the prestigious Oil Painters of America (OPA) and Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA).<\/p>\n

Ebrahim enjoys ever-growing success in the California art scene, such as juried art festivals and Plein Air competitions like: Laguna Plein Air Painting Invitational, Carmel, San Lois Obispo, Sonoma, Laguna Beach, La Jolla, and La Quinta, exhibitions at famous galleries (Carmel, Napa, Pasadena, Tucson, Laguna Niguel),PleinAir and studio workshops, live painting demonstrations, and recognition in art publications. Over the past few years he has won many awards in art competitions and exhibitions. In June 2002, Southwest Art Magazine featured Ebrahim as an \u201cArtist to Watch\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cOver 40 years of experience and a constant struggle to find real artistic excellence have helped me break many technical boundaries. My portfolio features realistic still life, impressionistic landscapes, and dream-like modern paintings. Each piece impatiently waits to tell a different story. In my newest projects I want to let my viewers experience a unique and innovative painting style. In fact, I\u2019m working on a seamless blend of the fading traditions of the ancient masters with progressive modern Plein Air practices. It\u2019s beginning to produce very exciting results.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cHow to create a good work of art?\u00a0 Gratefully borrow an idea from nature, patiently nurture it with skill and experience, and finally touch it with my soul\u2026 a way other than this, I do not know.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Education<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    1972 - 1975<\/td>\r\n    Study under Russian Master Alexandre<\/td>\r\nTehran, Iran<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    1967 - 1972<\/td>\r\n    Kamal-al-Molk Art Institute<\/td>\r\nTehran, Iran<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n    Fine Arts<\/em>
    - Advanced Study of Drawing in various Media, s.a. Pencil, Charcoal
    - Extensive Work in the areas of Landscape, Still-life, Portrait and Life-model
    - Main focus on Oil-Painting in different styles


Professional Experience<\/u><\/strong>
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    2006 - Current<\/td>\r\n    Amin Fine Art<\/td>\r\n    Laguna Beach, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>

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    2005 - 2007<\/td>\r\n    Gallery Elite<\/td>\r\n    Carmel, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Exhibition of Plein-Air, Studio Landscape & Figurative

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    2003 - Current<\/td>\r\n    Amin Art Website<\/td>\r\n    www.aminart.com<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Exhibition of Plein-Air Landscape & Figurative Artwork

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    2003 - 2004<\/td>\r\n    Salisbury Art Galley<\/td>\r\n    San Luis Obispo, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Exhibition of Plein-Air Landscape & Figurative Artwork

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    2002 - Current<\/td>\r\n    Westervelt\ufffds Gallery<\/td>\r\n    Laguna Niguel, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Exhibition of Plein-Air & Studio Landscape

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    2002 - 2007<\/td>\r\n    Gallery Gabrie<\/td>\r\n    Pasadena, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Exhibition of Plein-Air Landscape & Figurative Artwork

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    2001 - 2003<\/td>\r\n    El Presidio Gallery<\/td>\r\n    Tucson, AZ<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Exhibition of Plein-Air Landscape

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    1999 - 2002<\/td>\r\n    Raphael Fine Art<\/td>\r\n    Palm Springs, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Exhibition of Plein-Air Landscape & Modern Figurative Artwork

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    1991 - 1994<\/td>\r\n    Amin Art Gallery<\/td>\r\n    Cologne, Germany<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Owner, Instructor & Exhibiting Artist<\/em>
    - Featured Art Work and Exhibitions
    - Adult Art Classes in Collaboration with the Art Department of the City of Cologne

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    1986 - 1991<\/td>\r\n    Volkshochschule<\/td>\r\n    Munich, Germany<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Main Fine Arts Instructor<\/em>
    - Joint organization and administration of Arts Curriculum with the City Hall of Feldskirchen
    - Instructor of two Sessions of Fine Art Classes

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    1983 - 1986<\/td>\r\n    Amanat Gallery<\/td>\r\n    Tehran, Iran<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Owner and Instructor<\/em>
    - Main Artist of Paintings and Portraits
    - Regularly Supplied the Main Galleries with Artwork and Special Requests
    - Major Artist and Designer for the Exterior Design of the International Exhibit of Tehran
    - Instruction of Fine Art

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    1980 - 1983<\/td>\r\n    Honar-Kadde Amin<\/td>\r\n    Karadje, Iran<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Owner of Gallery and Instructor<\/em>
    - Main Artist of Paintings and Portraits
    - Art Instruction to students and adults

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    1975 - 1980<\/td>\r\n    Daddashi Art Gallery<\/td>\r\n    Tehran, Iran<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Featured Artist<\/em>
    - Main Supplier of Artwork for the excellent and famous Gallery

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Additional Profesional Activities<\/u><\/strong>
    Restoration of Precious Antique Art Works
    Detailed Replications of Famous Museum Art Work
    Art and Design of Promotional Panels and Displays
    Artful Processing of Ceramics using Nonflammable Tints


Recent Demonstrations & Exhibitions<\/u><\/strong>
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    2007 - 2008<\/td>\r\n    Plein Air Competition and Quick Draw<\/td>\r\n    San Clemente, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
      - 1st<\/sup> Place Award in Quick Draw (2008)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2002 - 2007<\/td>\r\n    Laguna Plein Air Painters Association<\/td>\r\n    Laguna Beach, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
      - Best of Show Award (2007)           - 2nd<\/sup> Place (2004, 2005)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2007 - 2008<\/td>\r\n    The Richeson75 International Landscape Competition<\/td>\r\n    Kimberly, WI<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
      - 2nd<\/sup> Place Award (2008)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2002 - 2008<\/td>\r\n    La Quinta Art Festival<\/td>\r\n    La Quinta, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2002 - 2004<\/td>\r\n    Sonoma Plein Air Competition<\/td>\r\n    Sonoma, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2003 - 2008<\/td>\r\n    La Jolla Arts Festival<\/td>\r\n    La Jolla, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2003 - 2007<\/td>\r\n    Carmel Art Festi7al<\/td>\r\n    Carmel, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2003 - 2004<\/td>\r\n    San Luis Obispo Plein Air Art Show<\/td>\r\n    S.L.O., CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2001 - 2008<\/td>\r\n    Laguna Art Festival<\/td>\r\n    Laguna Beach, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2003<\/td>\r\n    South West Art Magazine: Artist to Watch<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2002<\/td>\r\n    Huntington Gardens Art Gala<\/td>\r\n    San Marino, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    2001, 2004 - 2005<\/td>\r\n    Millard Sheets Gallery (Paint Out)<\/td>\r\n    Fairplex, CA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
      - 1st<\/sup> Place Award of Excellence & Gallery Choice<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\n <\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ebrahim AMIN signature member of (OPA)(LPAPA)   “… the importance of color values and brush strokes … continues to influence his paintings, whether the subject is a figure or a seascape.” Artists to Watch, Southwest Art Magazine, June 2002   The joy of painting came to Ebrahim at the early age of 13 when he started exploring nearby galleries and exhibitions in Tehran, Iran. He sensed strong artistic talents awaken within him. After passionately exploring different art media, he won prizes in local art competitions and began studying under the supervision of a local master. At age 17, he was admitted to the prestigious Kamal-al-Molk Arts Institute and fortunately had a chance to have one the Russian masters Alexander as teacher for short time. That critical period laid the foundation for his art career. Within a few years, he became a signature artist in all of the famous art galleries in Tehran. After the Revolution, he escaped Iran due to political pressures and migrated with his family to Munich, Germany. The art scene in Munich was mostly limited to Classical painting and Ebrahim\u2019s background enabled him to make a very strong statement, exhibiting at several venues while teaching courses and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1555"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1555"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1555\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2070,"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1555\/revisions\/2070"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aminart.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1555"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}