Founded in 2018 by expressionist painter Haleh Mashian, MASH Gallery is a contemporary art gallery originally located in the Arts District, Downtown LA. In 2022, the gallery moved to West Hollywood, in the center of the design district. MASH Gallery was founded by Haleh Mashian, a contemporary painter, curator, musician, and fashion designer. MASH Gallery focuses on thematic exhibitions and showcasing many local and international artists both emerging and established. She brings to life a compelling curatorial programming to the gallery that focuses on thematic exhibitions. Mashian believes that creativity should be the focus of the gallery programming, and believes in Art for the sake of Art while bringing the community together. @mashgallery

WHY MASH?

Haleh Mashian founded MASH Gallery in 2018 to create a hub for creativity and community to thrive under one roof.

The gallery represents Mashian’s commitment to building and supporting community through the power of the arts. It serves as a platform for artists to showcase their work and connect with the larger community, extending Mashian’s creative vision beyond the walls of her personal studio. For her, MASH Gallery is not just a physical space, but a manifestation of her belief in the transformative power of art to bring people together and inspire positive change.

With an eye for detail and a passion for art, Mashian curates each exhibition at MASH Gallery with great care and attention. Every show is thoughtfully chosen to reflect a specific theme, creating a cohesive narrative that invites visitors to engage with the artwork on a deeper level.

Mashian is committed to providing equal opportunities for both emerging and established artists. She personally handpicks every piece featured in the gallery, using her expertise as a painter to select work that resonates with her own artistic vision. Since the gallery’s inception, Mashian has showcased the work of over 400 artists and continues to plan robust curated exhibitions that bring local, national, and international audiences together.

MASHIAN AS AN ARTIST

For over 30 years, Haleh Mashian’s art has colorfully illustrated her unique, insightful view of the world, both real and imagined. As a creative expressionist, Mashian’s art embodies her enchantment with color, composition, and the interplay of positive and negative space. Working in mixed media and using a variety of techniques from collage to impasto. Mashian creates a range of dynamic pieces in various sizes to accommodate the residential, retail, and hospitality markets.

Mashian works across various series, each of which has a personal story behind it. Whether inspired by a spiritual experience, introspection, or simply the beauty of the world around her, Mashian is driven by her passion for color, texture, and scale.

“Creativity is my natural religion,” Mashian shares, as she describes the act of creating derives from a divine consciousness, where higher intelligence takes over and the connection with the mind and intuition unite. It is a space where one can channel the divine energy into tangible forms of expression. In this flowing state one becomes fully present and open to receive what is rightfully theirs.

Recently expanding into sculptural and three-dimensional art, she is incorporating LED light, plaster, and other materials that bring her pieces to life. Her love of interior design has also led to an exploration of the digital realm. Fashion, and furniture manifest her artful vision of living and her belief that art – physical and digital – sculpture, fashion, and interior design can all be seamlessly combined to create a sublime and expressive lifestyle.

HER STORY

Haleh Mashian roots run deep in both Jewish and Persian culture, having been born and raised in Tehran, Iran. Despite her family being the subject of persecution due to their religious minority status, Mashian remained resilient and in 1987, she fled Iran with her brother to seek religious refuge in the United States.

Amidst the challenges of immigration and religious persecution, Mashian’s passion for a free and expressive life persevered. She feels very fortunate to be a United States citizen and to be able to pursue her passion and her authentic voice as a woman.

Haleh Mashian creative energy knows no bounds. Her firm belief that creativity can be infused into every aspect of life is a testament to her unwavering passion for the arts. Drawing inspiration from the parallels between music composition and painting, Mashian composes unique pieces of music for every series of paintings she creates. This approach allows her to delve deeper into the subject matter and express its nuances through both visual imagery and sound, creating a truly immersive experience. For Mashian, the ultimate goal is to “bliss out” and connect with her audience on a deeper level, showcasing the transformative power of creativity and its inspiring power.