Shirin Neshat is an Iranian visual artist known for her powerful photography and video installations that explore themes of gender, identity, and cultural conflict. Born in 1957 in Qazvin, Iran, she moved to the United States in 1975 for her education. Her work often reflects the complexities of life for women in Islamic culture and the impact of the Iranian Revolution. Neshat gained international recognition for her series, such as Women of Allah, which features striking images of women adorned with Persian calligraphy. Her art challenges stereotypes and invites viewers to engage with the nuanced experiences of women in Middle Eastern societies.