Your adventure begins with 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, presented by your host, Rob Lee. Today we have Mojdeh Rezaeipour, an Iranian-born interdisciplinary artist, who specializes in mixed media, installation, and film, skillfully excavating material memory where her personal narrative intertwines with a collective diasporic tale. Holding a degree in architecture from the University of California Berkeley and having graduated from Alt*Div, an alternative divinity school centered on art and healing justice, Mojdeh's practice is marked by adaptability and process-led innovation. Formerly an architect, storyteller, and community organizer, her creative journey has been illuminated through exhibitions and features in distinguished platforms including The Washington Post, BmoreArt, and The Moth Radio Hour. Having garnered accolades like The Studio Visit Fellowship at Takt Berlin and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fellowship, Mojdeh currently thrives as a Studio Fellow at Washington, DC's Henry Luce III Center for Art and Religion at Wesley Theological Seminary, captivating audiences worldwide with her captivating exploration of identity, memory, and collaboration within the diaspora.In this feature, we unravel:Personal and Collective Journeys: Dive into Mojdeh Rezaeipour's dynamic creative process, driven by her exploration of diasporic experiences.Fusion of Stories and Sounds: Discover how Mojdeh collaborates with Iranian artists and musicians, weaving intricate narratives at the crossroads of cultures.The Creative Trust Fall: Explore Mojdeh's perspective on embracing uncertainty and releasing preconceptions as essential components of artistic growth.Rituals of a Creative Mind: Uncover the role of daily walks and morning pages in Mojdeh's toolkit for maintaining creativity and fostering a deep connection to her art.Art as Play: Delve into how Mojdeh's artistic expressions become a playground for experimentation, where she fearlessly engages with diverse mediums and unexpected themes.Don't miss this chance to hear from Mojdeh as she discusses her journey in the arts and the themes she explores in her work. She shares how her background in architecture led her to storytelling and the creation of mixed-media installations. Mojdeh emphasizes the importance of process in her art and the intersection of her personal story with the collective diasporic experience. She also highlights the significance of collaboration and the relationships formed through her artistic practice.(Photo by Senna Ahmad)Mentioned in this episodeMojdeh's website🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧 Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★