Artists & Vendors

He is a modernist Iranian carpet artist and designer whose works have been exhibited in various parts of the world. Mirmola Soraya has dedicated many years of his life to designing carpet and felt patterns and is now internationally recognized beyond Iran.

KASHANI is a Toronto based, ethical and forward high fashion brand that revives the purest essence of cultural lineage and history. Led by the designer and founder, Leyla Kashani, this conscious luxury house, practices safe trade principals and holds the artisanal techniques and heritage as main motto. 

Naghmeh is one of the lead designers in the industry of women’s fashion ready wear in Iran. As a child, she was in love with painting and design. It did not take much time for her to decide what she wanted to be; she started her own design career at any early age and pursued it so far. She started sketching at the age of 5, learned embroidery at 12 and very quickly began learning the concept of fashion and design.

Ali Phi is a Toronto-based transmedia artist working at the intersection of art, science, and technology. Through generative algorithms, programming, light, sound, geometry, and data, he creates interactive installations and live performances that explore the relationships between the body, space, perception, and artificial environments. His work has been presented internationally at events including Ars Electronica and MUTEK, and has received support from major Canadian arts councils and international foundations.

Awards :
2012 Reddot design award Honorable Mention @ Essen, Germany 
2014 Harper’s Bazaar Interior design award in association by Bentley : Emerging Regional designer @ Dubai
2019 Beirut art fair Initiative gallery @ Beirut 

Hard-working professional with a demonstrated history of working in the design and fashion industry. Skilled in Styling, Sales, Jewelry Design, Interior Design and proven knowledge of brand management . Strong arts and design professional with a student focused in fashion management from George Brown College.

Baktash is a Toronto-based art director, creative director, and photographer whose practice focuses on portraiture, the body, and visual identity. Through a refined and cinematic approach, he explores intimacy, vulnerability, and self-expression, creating images that move between personal narrative, contemporary culture, and artistic experimentation.

What started as a passion project in 2000, soon evolved into a respected business that offers beautiful pieces of jewelry for every occasion. We emphasize sustainability and ethically sourced materials without compromising on the quality of our metals and gemstones.

He started professional work in ceramic arts in 1989 and specialized in the reproduction of Iranian museum ceramic pieces and the revival of Iranian lusterware. Fehri uses a variety of historic firing methods developed at Marlic Mountain in Gilan, Iran, during the first millennium B.C.

Laleh Javaheri is a masterful artisan whose work spans over four decades, weaving together the rich tapestry of Persian culture with contemporary design. Born in Tehran in 1957, Laleh’s artistic journey began at a young age with life drawing and expanded into painting, garment design, sculpture, and jewelry.

Sourena Naghikhani is a cat-person hybrid designer who dreams of petting whales—an expert in blending ordinary cases with extraordinary innovative solutions. An award-winning designer with a deep passion for games and entertainment, Sourena specializes in crafting immersive experiential events, interactive location-based experiences, high-impact brand activations, and seamless service design solutions.

Nayara Nascimento is a Native Brazilian-Canadian artist and founder of aeny studio, an interdisciplinary design practice transforming unconventional materials into sculptural, functional art. Her work challenges the boundaries between art and furniture, blending diverse influences with a unique perspective shaped by her experiences as a neurodivergent creator.

Solouk is an independent fashion brand blending artistry, sustainability, and timeless design. Founded by Mohy Amirkhani and Yousha Bashir, it draws inspiration from Sufism, creating pieces that reflect a journey of self-discovery. Showcased at Fashion Art Toronto 2023, Solouk offers an exclusive showroom experience in Tehran by appointment.

A Beauty Advisor, Makeup Artist, and Hair Stylist with 20+ years of experience, Milad specializes in makeup, hair styling, and coloring. He has worked in 50+ fashion shows and shares his expertise in the book "Reduce Your Makeup." Passionate about beauty and innovation, he transforms trends into artistry.

Solo Exhibitions
2010, private Show
2011, private Show
2012, private Show
2013, Sabz Gallery, Tehran
2014, Atbin Gallery, Tehran
2014, 26 Gallery, Tehran

Rojan Hooshyar is an Persian Canadian Fashion Designer, Stylist and Entrepreneur. Her love for fashion, especially shoe design started from an early age when she would steal her mom’s heels and paint on them with a white-out pen! Rojan indeed had a rather avant-garde style compared with kids her age.

Azadeh Aiden is an entrepreneur passionate about handcrafted embroidery and customized designs. Her creations blend artistry and craftsmanship, offering unique, high-quality pieces tailored to individual styles.

Founded by Narinée Tchilinguirian, a Lebanese Armenian interior architect and designer, NARINÉE is a contemporary jewelry collection inspired by Armenian architectural and cultural heritage. Each handcrafted piece embodies multi-layering and ornamental carvings, reflecting a rich narrative of tradition and innovation.

Hedi Yousefi, the creative force behind Pomejoy, has poured her love for art and culture into a collection of greeting cards, art prints, and specialty gifts that speak to the soul. Inspired by her eclectic tastes and experiences as an internationally acclaimed artist, Hedi’s journey brought her from exhibitions around the world to the vibrant streets of New York City. Yet, even in a city known for having it all, she found there was something missing.

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Sareh has been creating jewellery since childhood as she bought her first pack of beads at the age of 9 and started making bracelets then! Indeed, working with her hands has always brought her a great sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. She has completed her study and got her bachelor’s degree of Hands Crafts in 2007 as well as her master’s degree of Art Appeal at Art University of Tehran in 2011.

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Safoura Zahedi is a Toronto-based artist, architect, educator, and geometry expert. Her interdisciplinary practice blends art and architecture, craft and technology, spirituality and materiality, using geometry as a spiritual design tool to create spatial experiences that inspire connection. She reinterprets historical geometric patterns into contemporary spaces, architectural installations and public art through digital craft techniques.