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Sydney-born designer & artist Peter Gould founded Azaan to explore his passion for contemporary graphic design, art, photography and the rich visual & spiritual traditions of the Middle East and beyond.
Since embracing Islam in 2002 his travels and studies throughout the Islamic world have inspired a unique cultural fusion that is reactive to a world of misunderstanding. Peter's work has reached many audiences locally and abroad through exhibitions, appearances and collaborations with other artists. Download summary profile.
Peter's portfolio includes his photography, artwork, and his graphic & web design studio, Creative Cubed, also founded in 2002, which services a broad range of clients locally and internationally.
news, events & exhibitions
29.07.08: Singapore Exhibition announced for 1st - 30th September (Ramadan) at Darul Arqam, supported by Salaam Media. More details to come shortly.
22.07.08: New local appearances announced including the Haldon St Festival (Aug 23rd), Auburn St Festival (Sep 20th), MEFF Sydney (Oct 12th), this follows a recent feature in Adelaide sponsored by Al-Ghazzali Centre & Ayn Academy
10.07.08: Melbourne City Council have sponsored Aerosol Arabic for a three week residency in October as part of the Arts Festival. He will also join Peter for a collaboration in Sydney, details to follow.
20.06.08: Annoucing Creativity & The Spiritual Path - a new event intended to bring together Creatives from the Muslim global community in a restorative and creative setting in order to learn, share and connect. Event website here.
16.05.08: Peter exhibited a series of works at the Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia at a five-day 'Lifestyle Australia Expo' supported by Austrade. 16-20th May, Centre Concourse area, KLCC Shopping Centre. Read article.
19.02.08: Interview with Taxi International Designers Network, featuring some recent work and discussing process, approach and aspirations. Read article.
3.02.08: Zaytuna Institute, California accepts a series of works to decorate the halls of its new offices. The Institute was founded by Sh.Hamza Yusuf, a widely respected international figure who has been consulted by the US President. The project is a collaboration with Barakah Life.
10.07.07: The Road Less Travelled Exhibition solo exhibition on display for two months at the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, as a celebration of cultural diversity. Featured by the Sun Herald. For more exhibition information click here.
9.06.07: Eastern Fusion joint exhibition and artistic collaboration with international master calligrapher Haji Noor Deen. Exhibition information click here. Haji Noor's site and profile here - designed by Azaan
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"Peter's beautiful work is a welcome addition to the contemporary Islamic art scene, a mixture of deep faith and youthfulness that represents tangible modern interpretations of Islam’s everlasting beauty in mind & spirit." - Juliana Rahim, Curator, Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"The exhibition was a success and I received an unprecedented level of postive feedback" - Justine Topfer, Curator, Randwick Children's Hospital, Sydney, Australia
"Jazak'Allah for the beautiful work and web design. I look forward to colloborating again in the future." - Haji Noor Deen, Calligrapher, China / USA
"The work is vibrant & refreshing, well done Peter" - Waleed Aly, Author & Salaam Cafe
"It's so great to see this unique style of work right here in Sydney" - Taghred Chandab, Journalist, Australia / UAE
"Mash'Allah, we love your work!" - Jehad Dabab, The Brothahood Hiphop, Australia
about the artist
Peter Gould is a Sydney based graphic designer and artist.
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Prints of his photography & artwork are available. Online catalogue >
Azaan is the artistic wing of his graphic & web design studio Creative Cubed. Design projects >