This series of portraits explores the notion that the faces we dream of are not entirely original but rather a collage of those we’ve encountered. Each painting captures this dreamlike essence, presenting figures that are not of anyone specific yet feel familiar.

Symbolic elements from Iranian culture infuse the work with deeper meaning. The Phoenix embroidered on the woman’s right boot, her braid and movement, the color red, the window in the background, and his pearl accessory converge to depict a moment in time where two people connect. Grounded in wisdom and power, they contemplate unveiling their inner worlds to each other, transitioning from one stage of life toward rebirth and, ultimately, unity.