Bio
Born in Burbank California and of Armenian decent, Anahid was raised in the vast and diverse landscape of Los Angeles and in a home where art was always a constant. Her youth was spent being surrounded by music and art from all over the world. It was the melding of many cultures that helped shape her unique perspective and aesthetic.
After receiving a degree from Fashion Institute of design and Merchandising in 1988, Anahid successfully worked in the fashion and interior design industries until 1994. She then decided to exclusively turn her attention to her first passion–painting.
She began showing in various group exhibits in 1999 and was given her first solo exhibit in 2004. Anahid has received an award and an honorable mention by the Los Angeles Municipal Gallery and has been regularly exhibiting in galleries nationally and internationally for over 20 years. Currently, she is a member of the “ TEN WOMEN GALLERY” in Santa Monica, Calif. and a member of the SHE LOVES COLLECTIVE which exhibited her first installation project in February of 2017
Statement
The only thing I expect when I make art is to forget about everything, other than the making of art. My need to create has been an intricate part of who I am for as long as I can remember. I try to utilize reclaimed materials and found objects to compose works of art creating a reality that celebrates imperfection. My intent is to build points of nostalgia to start the conversation between the viewer and the piece. My goal is to inspire those who see my work to look more carefully at the world around them, and to discover beauty in unusual places.