Neda Matian (ندا ماتیان; born 1983) is an Iranian calligrapher and visual artist based in the United Arab Emirates.[1] Matian was born in Tehran, Iran, in 1983.[2] She began painting at a young age and later studied calligraphy.[2] By 2025, Matian resided in the United Arab Emirates.[1]
Neda Matian ندا ماتیان | |
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Neda Matian in her studio | |
| Born | February 16, 1983 |
| Known for | Calligraphy, mixed media painting |
| Movement | Contemporary Persian and Arabic calligraphy |
| Website | nedamatian |
Work
editMatian's art is known for combining traditional Persian and Arabic calligraphy with contemporary painting styles.[3] Matian was listed among the selected artists for the exhibition Contemporary Venice - 13th edition.[4] In 2025, she performed a live calligraphy presentation at Art Smiley Gallery's Abstract Universe exhibition in Dubai.[1]

References
edit- 1 2 3 "Abstract Universe of Art Smiley brings artists and viewers together in Dubai". Gulf Today. 12 November 2025. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- 1 2 "Neda Matian". The Best Address. 13 June 2021. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ↑ "Reimagining Calligraphy – Neda Matian". Durrah Magazine. 19 June 2025. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ↑ "CONTEMPORARY VENICE - 13TH EDITION (press release)" (PDF). ITSLIQUID Group. Retrieved 2 January 2026.