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2025 Ohio Artist Registry Juried Exhibition
Bio
Fatima Taylor (formerly Azimova) was born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and developed a passion for art early on, studying at the Benkov Art Academy. She immigrated to the U.S. in 2001 and later became an art instructor at Shawnee State University in 2009 while actively engaging in exhibitions and lectures. After relocating to Columbus, OH, in 2017, she worked from her private studio and actively participated in exhibitions within the US and internationally. In 2022, she joined Ohio University’s Fine Art Graduate Program, earning a Graduate Recruitment Scholarship and Assistantship. She completed her Master’s degree in Fine Art (Spring of 2025) and continues to live and work in Columbus, OH.
Artist Statement
As a maximalist artist, I rely on intricate, laborious details to tell my story. These details are crucial, as my large-scale paintings and sculptures are composed of thousands of lines, each a small imprint of my consciousness.
I have always found the human form fascinating for conveying emotions. However, my work extends beyond portraiture; it is rather a testament to the lived experiences and shared memories that define our connections with one another. Shaped by my upbringing in Uzbekistan, a part of the former Soviet Union, my artistic exploration has become deeply personal. This has led me to explore themes of control, power dynamics, and the roots of authority, particularly the role of fear. While personal experience inspires my work, it also challenges contemporary societal values and current events.
In my work, I often manipulate space, scale, and proportions to create a dynamic relationship between the subject and the viewer. By intentionally altering these elements, I emphasize the profound importance of the subject, inviting the viewer to engage intimately with their emotions and experiences. In addition to my figurative paintings and drawings, my practice includes sculptural work, using materials like clay, paper, and fiber to explore form and texture. I also work with soil, a material of great significance to me as an immigrant with a unique perspective on its precious value and connection to the land.
