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Forough Yavari

Field
Fine Art Portrait and Fashion Photography, Printing
Country
Australia
Website
https://foroughyavari.com/
Monitor
ColorEdge CG319X
ColorEdge CG2730

Forough Yavari is a Melbourne-based visual artist, fine art portrait and fashion photographer, and educator. With over 20 years of experience in the art and photography industry and a foundation in painting from art university, she has achieved significant growth since establishing her photography business in 2013. Her work reflects her diverse background, blending her Iranian roots with Australian life experiences to create compelling visual narratives.

Forough’s works have been exhibited globally in solo and group exhibitions, as well as in prestigious art fairs and competitions. She has mastered techniques like studio lighting and frequently shares her expertise through workshops and presentations for photographers worldwide. Her dedication and ability to transform life’s stories into art have earned her recognition, including two International Portrait Photographer of the Year awards, two Grand Awards from The Portrait Masters, and two Grand Awards from WPPI, as well as several awards from different competitions worldwide.