I’m thrilled and deeply honoured to be featured in the Calgary Guardian for my current solo exhibition WILD at the Alberta Society of Artists. The article, written by Josie Simon, offers a thoughtful glimpse into my practice, inspirations, and the emotional heart behind this body of work.

In the piece, Josie reflects on several works from the exhibition—including Striving to Survive, Lion Tamarin, and Golden Hour Contemplation—and explores how they speak to themes of connection, curiosity, and our often-fragile relationship with the natural world. She also shares insights into my mixed media sculptures, many of which are inspired by botanical forms like seed pods and reflect my ongoing fascination with transformation and growth.

“Each piece in the collection is a powerful call to contemplate the fading beauty around us,” Josie writes, “urging viewers to reevaluate their relationship with the world beyond urban boundaries.”

Another moment in the article that resonated deeply with me was her reflection on the emotional core of the work:

“Ruintan-Tehrani brings a depth of empathy to her subjects, revealing aspects of animal behaviour and emotion often overlooked in our fast-paced, urban-centric lives.”

This feature means so much to me—not only as an artist, but as someone who believes deeply in the power of art to inspire empathy and awareness. I’m grateful to the Calgary Guardian for spotlighting this work and for supporting the arts in our community.

You can read the full article here →