KOUROSH SOTOODEH

“Surf”

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

My journey began in Iran with a love for art, nature, and capturing human beauty through portraits, despite the restrictions on self-expression. Over time, this passion evolved into a pursuit of minimalism and storytelling, where I seek to balance simplicity with emotional depth.

My work honors nature and the human form, especially the female body, as a timeless piece of art—delicate, sculptural, and imbued with quiet strength.

WHY I LOVE THIS SURF PHOTOGRAPHY SERIES, by Aurélie

I’ve known Kourosh Sotoodeh for a few years and always admired his work. It has been interesting to witness his recent move toward more personal series.

I especially love his new work, “Surf” which he shot while living in Los Angeles. The images speak of happy summer days and bring back the views, smells and sounds of crashing waves. Some of the photographs appear even abstract in nature as they show us the sea from high above, a viewpoint we rarely get. The water’s patterns and ever-changing colors unroll before us – there’s a mysterious world under them, one filled with dangerous currents and strange creatures.

Surfers experience elusive moments of beauty where humans and nature become one. The dance that exists between them and the waves is a testament to the potential for exhilarating experiences that exist around us.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Kourosh Sotoodeh is a professional photographer based in New York City, renowned for his sophisticated approach to both fine art and fashion photography. Drawing from his background in industrial design and cinema, his work explores themes of beauty, form, intimacy, and nature. Both his photography and video work capture beautiful moments using a strong and minimalist aesthetic.

As a fashion and beauty photographer, Kourosh has collaborated with leading global brands such as Hermès, L’Oréal, Estée Lauder, and CK. His photography has graced the pages of prestigious publications including Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, GlamourMarie Claire, and WWD

Discover “Moments” his fine art photography series here.

Portrait of Kourosh Sotoodeh on set