+ When I was a child, my mother called me "Mari, my little bird." This name has always been special to me, full of the feeling of flight. Art, for me, is like a free bird that travels to the farthest corners of the world in the boundless sky of imagination. Every time I create something new, I feel as if I am spreading my wings and soaring along with my imagination. At first, my brand was named "Yellow Bird," symbolizing a lone bird flying through its own sky of dreams. But now, with the amazing children with Down Syndrome joining this journey, we are no longer alone. "Yellow Birds" is our new name; a group that grows larger, more vibrant, and more united every day. The color yellow has always followed me like a shadow; a color that brings energy, joy, and freshness. "Yellow Birds" embodies love, creativity, and the endless strength we build together as we fly higher and grow stronger every day.
I’M MARI
+ I am MARAL FOROUZESH, born in Tehran. Illustrator, Graphic designer and Animator. A patient and risk-taking person who loves new experiences and creative adventures. Along with all this, kindness and tenderness have always been with me. I love cycling and have a special fondness for colorful socks! The number seven has always been lucky for me and my ears are so sharp that I might be able to hear the sound of the breeze!My interest in art stems from my childhood. When my mother was telling me stories, she would light a candle and bring the characters of the story to life with the shadow of her hands on the big white wall. The next day I used to depict those stories in my world with different pieces of paper. From that time, art for me was a flight in the world of imagination, where I could depict anything and bring reality to life.
ARTISTIC SERVICE
+ This is a gift from YELLOW BIRD and MAZDAK to you. This collection contains 77 pieces of MAZDAK’s paintings. You can choose a few pieces and I will combine them with my artistic world and create a unique and special artwork for you. The end result will be a special POSTCARD that represents our bond with these children. I will also allocate 7% of the sale of my works to buy painting supplies for children with Down syndrome, so that they can continue their creativity and art.
The World of NFTs
Entering the world of NFTs was not just stepping into a digital space — it was the beginning of an exciting journey filled with discovery, creativity, and meaningful connections with inspiring artists and collectors from around the globe. This space has given me the opportunity to share my artworks in a new way, to tell stories, and to build a bridge between art and the human heart.
One of the most beautiful parts of this journey is my professional collaboration with my brother, MAZDAK— a boy with Down Syndrome who sees the world through a magical lens and expresses it vividly in his paintings. I take fragments of his artwork, combine them with my own illustrations, and together we create something new, unique, and full of soul.
We have built multiple collections side by side — each one reflecting empathy, diversity, and creativity. These projects are more than just art; they are an invitation to see the world from a different point of view.
GALLERY
Welcome to my gallery — I am Mari, the Yellow Bird.Here, every image is a piece of my world; a place where colors and lines intertwine with my dreams. Each artwork carries a story — sometimes gentle, sometimes full of excitement — but all of them come from my heart. I invite you to complete this journey with your gaze.
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ROUTE 47
+ My acquaintance with Down syndrome children started through my brother MAZDAK (a boy with Down syndrome). As a starting point, he introduced me to a world of emotions and intimacy that I had never experienced before. With his pure feeling, he ignited a wonderful spark of love for these special children in my heart. This was the beginning that led me to teach creativity to these amazing children. This experience for me is full of lessons that cannot be easily forgotten. They brought me to a world of creativity, honesty and acceptance where every piece I create is not only filled with art, but with love and human connection.
EVENTS
CREATIVE MOMENTS
+ This is the place where small sparks of inspiration turn into great masterpieces. Every moment you see here is a reflection of the passion and emotions that flow in my heart. These creative moments are treasures earned with love and patience. I hope you will enjoy these moments and share with me in this emotional and artistic journey...
