Desire Moheb-Zandi b. 1990

Desire Moheb-Zandi (b. 1990, Berlin, Germany, lives and works in Paris, France) studied at the BBA Koc University in Istanbul and then attended Parsons School of Design in New York. Moheb-Zandi's textile works explore the materiality of fabrics, delving into themes of displacement, belonging, and the passage of time. The artist, inspired by childhood memories of learning to weave from her grandmother in Turkey, blends traditional techniques with modern motifs and media. Her intricate weavings transcend mere decoration, becoming tactile narratives of migration, cultural fusion, and the search for stability in a world of constant flux. Moheb-Zandi's creations carry conceptual weight, addressing social issues such as gender, migration, and the role of tradition in contemporary society. Through her choice of materials and the narratives embedded in her work, she engages with these themes in ways both subtle and profound. Her use of textiles—a medium traditionally associated with domesticity and femininity—allows her to delve into these themes from a deeply personal perspective, addressing both her own experiences and broader societal issues. 

Moheb-Zandi has had solo exhibitions at numerous galleries and institutions, including; Fold Gallery, London; superzoom, Pari and The Newsstand Project, Los Angeles. She has also participated in various group exhibitions, including; Istanbul Atatürk Cultural Centre; Fondation Thalie, Brussels and Poush Manifesto, Paris. The artist has been featured in numerous publications, including Architectural Digest, Artnet, Artspeak, Juxtapoz, and the New York Times. In 2022, she realized a major commission for Chanel Métiers D'Art, as well as for Diane von Furstenberg in 2017. In 2024, she received the Prix Art Éco Conception from Art of Change x Palais de Tokyo.