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mahak

Rouhina, Mahak

The Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations

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Mahak Rouhina is a distinguished Graphic Designer and Visual Artist, holding master’s degrees in Art History from the University of Toronto and an MFA in Visual Communication from Tarbiat Modares University in Iran, where she honed her expertise in visual aesthetics and design. Her multifaceted work bridges the realms of Persian carpet design, manuscript studies, and Islamic art history, blending traditional and contemporary elements.

Since 2022, Mahak has served as the lead graphic designer for The Elahé Omidyar Mir-Djalali Institute of Iranian Studies, Cinema Iranica, and Women Poets Iranica, where she has created compelling visual imagery and posters for their digital platforms. Her designs are a reflection of her deep understanding of Persian art and her ability to communicate complex cultural narratives through visual mediums.

Recognized in both Iranian and international art competitions, Mahak’s work has garnered acclaim. Alongside her design practice, she has made notable contributions to academic research, with her scholarly articles on Persian art and Islamic visual culture appearing in several prestigious academic journals.