"[Ahmadi's work] explores acts of refusal in light of oppressive ideologies transcribed on the body. Autonomy of the body and connection with others is central to self-actualization—the freedom to endlessly become. Ahmadi seeks to forward these conversations by redefining their own body in its glorious meaninglessness."
-Lex Jaquet, Gallatin Galleries
NINA OSORIA AHMADI is a transdisciplinary artist and educator from Miami, Florida, of AfroCuban and Iranian descent. Their practice spans drawing, painting, photography, video, installation, performance, and pedagogy. Their early work investigates layered identity, particularly cultural inheritance and gender fluidity. Their practice is deeply informed by Afro-diasporic spirituality and performance practices, queer and trans Miami nightlife, and the intersections of personal and collective memory. Their current practice involves research on performance and protest, and the power of dance as a tool for liberation and community organizing. Ahmadi holds a degree in Art and Education from NYU’s Gallatin School of individualized study and currently teaches art to elementary students in Miami. Their work has been exhibited in Miami, New York, New Jersey, DC, Iowa City, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Albuquerque, Houston, and Valencia, Spain.
Photo by Mar Sublaban