Shirin Aliabadi

Shirin Aliabadi (10 March 1973 – 1 October 2018; Persian: شیرین علی‌آبادی) was an Iranian contemporary multidisciplinary visual artist. Her artistic oeuvre primarily addressed themes related to women's issues, gender representation, and the beauty industry. Aliabadi's work is widely recognized for its exploration of the complexities surrounding these subjects within Iranian society. Notably, she gained acclaim for her photographic series ''Girls in Cars'' and ''Miss Hybrid'', which vividly portray rebellious Iranian women, challenging societal norms and expectations. Her contributions to contemporary art have been significant in highlighting and questioning the cultural constructs of femininity and beauty in Iran. Provided by Wikipedia