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Hello! I am Shakiba

Creative and dedicated illustrator with extensive experience in character design, storyboard creation, and graphic design.
Shakiba Behizadian

Art, for me, is the language of the soul—where words fall short, images rise to speak. My artistic journey began with a quiet curiosity, a deep yearning to uncover the unspoken stories of the world around me. This curiosity has led me to craft visual narratives that bridge the delicate connection between human emotions and the environments they inhabit. Each stroke of my pen or brush aims to capture the intangible, weaving a tapestry of emotion, mood, and essence into every character and scene.

My formal training in Graphic Design at Tehran University of Art laid the foundation for my exploration of storytelling through design. It was here that I found my voice, learning not just to design but to bring life to characters and stories that linger beyond the page. This became especially clear in my work for the children's picture book Rooze Magasi, where I sought to immerse young readers in a visual world that both speaks and sings to their imagination.

Beyond the boundaries of academia, my professional experiences have shaped and refined my skills. As a Storyboard and Character Designer at Pezhvak Advertising Agency, I learned the art of storytelling that not only engages but resonates. My time with Sabz Media Animation Agency brought clarity to my vision, where each background was more than a backdrop, but a living part of the narrative.

My work as a Graphic Designer in various industries has also expanded my understanding of design’s power to connect—whether through the subtle balance of a logo or the sweeping motion of an animation. My contributions to Momken Interdisciplinary Art Magazine allowed me to merge visual art with cultural commentary, each illustration becoming a dialogue between worlds.

In addition to my professional journey, my heart remains with the community. Volunteering as an Art Teacher and creating designs for social causes like Save Dog Shelter has deepened my belief in art’s ability to inspire and heal. These experiences have taught me that art is more than creation—it is a means of connection, empathy, and transformation.

Through my work, I hope to continue building bridges between the seen and the unseen, inviting others into the quiet, yet powerful, world of visual storytelling.