The Jewish Journal spotlighted Haleh Mashian, founder of Mash Gallery, in a deeply personal feature tracing her journey from political persecution in Iran to becoming a celebrated force in Los Angeles’ contemporary art scene. The article chronicled her escape from Iran, her evolution from pianist to painter, and her commitment to using art as both a personal healing tool and a platform for community connection. Highlighted was her recent curatorial achievement, À Gogo III, which featured over 50 artists and dedicated a portion of proceeds to LA Wildfire Relief. Mashian’s story was celebrated not only for its creative accomplishments, but for its ongoing dedication to resilience, philanthropy, and building a gallery model rooted in meaning and human connection.

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