Maryam Mirzaei

Links
Images
Video
The Dover Prize Funding
If you are successful and receive the £10,000 bursary, please tell us what you would use the funding for. Explain how this award will help move your artistic practice forward and what you hope to achieve. (350 words)
For almost 25 years, I have worked as a freelance artist. My art focusses on Persian and Islamic miniatures. Unfortunately, my eyesight deteriorates, so I intend to alter the style of my artwork. I have already completed three new pieces of art that are not miniatures, but I made an effort to use my skills to create them. If I am awarded this scholarship, I will concentrate on developing this new style and attempt to establish it.
The Dover Prize Fund has its roots in Darlington. Please explain how you believe your work might enhance and raise the profile of the creative arts in the area. (200 words)
The UK as a whole can benefit from online instruction of various age groups and online displays of the new style. I’m also prepared to host a workshop and exhibit there.
Eligibility
Please tell us about your practice. Please include any recent exhibitions if applicable. (350 words)
I am an independent artist who creates art, paints, demonstrates, and does workshops. My last solo took place between April 2025 and May 2025
Do you have a degree in visual or applied arts at undergraduate and/or post-graduate level? Please provide details. (200 words)
In 2013, I received my first Master of Arts degree from the Prince’s School of Traditional Art in London.
In 2019, I earned my second master’s degree from Middlesex University, an Islamic college.
Have you previously received professional grants or awards? Please give details. (200 words)
Indeed. I was awarded a grant by Arts Council England in 2020.
Are you involved in organising self-created professional opportunities, for example, running an artist-led studio or project? (200 words)
no
Have you been previously commissioned as an artist by a public institution? (200 words)
Recently (March 2025) I worked on a job to create some artwork for an old clock in Brent (Cricklewood).
Has your artwork been purchased by a public collection? Please provide details. (200 words)
The table you see on my website was purchased by The King’s Foundation in 2013.
Has your artwork been reviewed or featured in an art journal, magazine, newspaper or online curated platform? Please provide details. (200 words max)
2011, Persian newspaper named Kayhan.
London Post 2014
Are you represented by a gallery? Please provide details. (200 words)
N/A
Have you taken part in a recognised residency or artist placement scheme? (200 words)
I belong to the Brent Artist Network.
About
Email: maryamvaart@hotmail.com
Phone: 07414294447
Address: 12 Innisfree House, 68 Chatsworth Road, london, NW2 4DG, GB
Local Authority: London/ Brent

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *