Reza

The UC San Diego Division of Arts and Humanities welcomes international photographer Reza Deghati to campus to discuss his philosophy about bettering humanity. The artist, who simply goes by Reza, presents a public forum followed by a month-long exhibition of his work, commenced by an opening reception.

A renowned Persian photographer now based in Paris, Reza comes to campus as a visiting artist under the Roghieh Chehre-Azad Distinguished Professorship, bringing his unique voice and photography to students, faculty, and the greater San Diego community.

Career

A philanthropist, idealist, and humanist, Reza began his career with studies in architecture. He has gone on to become a renowned photojournalist who, for the last three decades, has worked all over the world—most notably for National Geographic. 

“Reza is one of the most celebrated Iranian artists. His work is at the same time profound and artistically magnificent,” said Department of Music professor Shahrokh Yadegari, who organized the visit and is the director of the Sonic Arts Research and Development group at the Qualcomm Institute. “We are grateful he will be with us, and look forward to introducing him and his work to both graduate and undergraduate students, as well as all of San Diego.”

Interview with Reza

Watch as CBS8 interviews Reza Deghati.