Gelareh Goodarzi
Professional Summary
I am a dedicated and creative conceptual photographer with a background in music and agriculture, bringing over four years of experience in photography. In addition to collaborating with major photography companies, I develop personal projects that explore the relationship between humans, nature, culture, art, and society through story-driven visual narratives of natural, social, and cultural events.
I am eager to grow within a university art community, participate in critiques, collaborate with peers and faculty, and expand my conceptual and technical skills through the MFA in Studio Art (Photography). My goal is to create thoughtful, impactful work that engages contemporary conversations around culture, identity, and social responsibility.
Education
Dissertation: Simulation of the impacts of climate change on (Brassica napus L.) growth and yield in Alborz province of Iran using DSSAT model 2008
Thesis: The Effect of Climate, Soil and Barnyard Grass Weed (Echinochloa crus-galli) on the Growth and Yield of Rice Using GIS 2004
Professional Development & Courses
- Comprehensive Photography Course, Invers Online School, 2022
- Conceptual Art Course, Invers Online School, 2022
- Comprehensive Lighting Course, Invers Online School, 2022
Photography & Art Experience
- Capture graduation ceremonies and portraits, working efficiently in fast-paced environments while maintaining image quality and positive client interactions.
- School photographer for K-12 students, capturing individual and class portraits and family pictures and coordinating with school staff on scheduling and setup.
- Wedding, event, and portrait photographer, collaborating with videographers and event planners to deliver cohesive visual coverage.
- Conceptual, cultural, social and environmental photography
- Directed a culture and art institute, organizing seminars, workshops, and art events; collaborated with teachers and artists; developed creative programs in music and visual arts.
- Taught xylophone and flute recorder; designed creative lesson plans that integrated rhythm, listening, and performance for children and youth.
Exhibitions & Juried Shows
- Rescue Animals – Juried exhibition, hosted by Red Bluff Art Gallery
- Circles, Squares, Triangles – 3rd Annual Juried Exhibition (Promotion & Sales), 2026, hosted by Exhibizone Exhibitions
- Where Energy Meets Matter: Exploring the Frontiers of Science – Exhibition hosted by Frederick Arts Council
Awards & Recognition
- Winner, Lifetouch Gallery Competition, Shutterfly / Lifetouch – September 2025
Technical Expertise
Agricultural Academic & Professional Experience
- Place and service fruit fly detection devices, conduct plant pest detection surveys, and submit accurate reports into e-Trap.
- Perform field diagnostic tasks, collect laboratory samples using approved methods, and process insect, disease, and soil samples for technical confirmation.
- Conducted research on crop simulation models and decision support systems for resource management and food production under climate change (DSSAT).
- Helped develop and deliver training modules on food additives, preservatives, colouring agents, and chemicals used in food and medicinal plants.
- Assisted in training students on the use of mass spectrometry for food and medicine analysis and helped produce instructional videos.
- Taught courses in Ecology, Agronomy, and Agricultural Extension, integrating fieldwork and visual documentation.
- Organized seminars, workshops, and outreach activities; conducted pollution assessment and biodiversity analysis using GIS.
- Communicated with local communities to implement research outcomes in the field and facilitated farmer training and field schools.
Journal Publications (Selected)
Goodarzi, G., A. Ghanbari, S. Soufizadeh, H. Jabbari, A. Eskandari. “Evaluation of DSSAT-CROPGRO-Canola model to simulate growth and yield of two canola (Brassica napus L.) cultivars in Karaj.” Journal of Agroecology, 2023; 15(1): 51-74.
Goodarzi, G., A. Keshtehgar, Y. Filizadeh. “Survival Increasing of Sturgeon Fries by Controlling Submerged Weeds.” Researcher, 2017; 9(3): 5-8.
Filizadeh, Y., G. Goodarzi. “Essential Oils from Hairy Root Cultures and Field Cultivated Roots of Valerian (Valeriana sisymbriifolium).” Journal of Medicinal Plants, 2010; 9(35): 120-128.
