Layla's linocut prints are a vivid expression of the beauty and stories found in the natural world, particularly the captivating landscape surrounding Malvern Hills.
Her art captures the essence of changing seasons and the intricate details hidden in every corner of nature. Using rich and bold colours, her work is deeply influenced by the intricate textures found in the natural world. With an unending well of joy and inspiration drawn from nature, her linocut prints welcome you to step into the ever-changing world of nature, where each piece tells a different story waiting for you to discover.
"I carve stories of my own on linoleum, based on my experience both as a mother and a woman in an ever-changing world that at times feels like a constant war between chaos and bliss. Sometimes when we take a walk with my son through beautiful Malvern, we look at the world in terms of colours. We decide what colour is best suited for certain moments of our leisurely stroll, and at the end, we decide which colour can be named the main colour of that day.
"This can be clearly seen in my works; they are multicoloured, multi-dimensional landscapes within landscapes, with every piece belonging to a certain moment that had an impact on me. They are impressions of my emotions clothed in many colours and characters that, although they might feel separated, are all parts of one big story."
Layla's artistic journey began in Tehran, Iran, where she passionately pursued art alongside her career as a translator, dedicating her skills to translating numerous books and articles in the fields of Art and Music.
Upon relocating to the UK in 2003, she embarked on an Art & Design degree at the University of Worcester. It was during this time that her fascination with printmaking took root. Later, while working as a Graphic Designer for a CG company, she decided to further her artistic education. She pursued a Master of Arts in Visual Communications at Birmingham City University (BIAD). During her university years, the art of printmaking captivated her imagination, becoming the primary avenue for her creative expression.
Selected Exhibitions:
Gallagher & Turner Gallery, Newcastle
Church Street Gallery, Saffron Walden
Fosse House Gallery, Rugby
Gallery Pictor, Sweden
Lux Gallery, Birmingham
The Papered Nest Gallery, Isle of Man
The Moreton Gallery, Morton-in-Marsh
Bevere Gallery, Worcester