This episode our inspiring guest is Dr Ali Tahayori, who holds a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Fine Art. Dr Tahayori currently exhibits his art internationally, while working as a Rehabilitation Medicine Specialist. Dr Tahayori was born and raised in the homophobic climate of 1980s Iran and moved to Australia in 2007. His art reflects on the identity of an outsider, which was assumed from the environment he grew up in as well as dealing with migration.
Listen to his unique story to hear how we can bravely follow our interests at any stage and create something beautiful out of our experiences.
We discuss:
- Dr Tahayori’s journey in art and medicine
- How he almost became an architect
- Where our interests in life come from, ourselves or external influence
- Ali’s drive to create art
- Listening to what he really wanted - and deciding to study art
- Being an outsider and dealing with our identity
- Balancing art and medicine
This episode was recorded in June - to keep up to date with Ali’s artworks and exhibitions follow him on Instagram or check out his website.
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