Meet Sasan Pix | Multidisciplinary Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Sasan Pix and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Sasan, why did you pursue a creative career?
When my parents passed away, I received an unexpected call from a bank manager, informing me of a safe deposit box in their names. I had no idea this box even existed. I couldn’t help but wonder what treasures might be inside. However, when the box was opened, there was no gold bars or jewelry inside. Instead, I found a collection of my childhood drawings from over 40 years ago. It was an emotional moment, as it revealed just how much those drawings meant to my father. Amid civil unrest and natural disasters, we lost many of our possessions, but my father ensured these last remnants of my childhood creativity were kept safe. One of the drawings was a step by step comic strip of an explorer in the jungle being swallowed by a giant snake and escaping through the rear.

Reflecting on those early drawings, I realize they are more than just childhood scribbles; they were almost like a symbol of resilience.

Drawing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up away from home in various boarding schools, I often found solace in sketching. Even now, the act of drawing serves as a form of meditation for me.
At 19, I was conscripted into the Luftwaffe for my compulsory military service. My drawing skills were quickly recognized by my officers, and I was fortunate to spend much of my service painting murals and creating farewell gifts for the unit’s officers. Despite this, I found little joy in the military life and began to contemplate my future once my service was completed.

It took me some time to realize that art and creativity could be more than just a pleasant pass time activity—they could be a profession that allows you to earn a living. Social conditioning back then made me believe that work was something you had to endure, not something you could enjoy. So I decided to pursue a career in Art and Design.

However, gaining acceptance into an art program at a German university two decades ago was no easy feat. The process was highly selective, with professors having a distinct vision of their ideal candidates. My art, heavily influenced by Jim Phillips, known for his skateboard deck illustrations for Santa Cruz, and the surreal works of HR Giger, didn’t fit their academic mold. Frustrated by the arrogance and snobbish attitude, I packed my bags and travelled to Belfast, Northern Ireland and presented my work to the art college. In Belfast, my work was accepted, and I completed a four-year art program in 2002.

After graduation, I climbed the ranks from Junior Designer to Creative Director, specializing in publishing and editorial design. However, I eventually decided to leave the publishing world behind and commit to full-time art and illustrations. Since then, I have been collaborating with a wide range of international clients, providing not only illustrations but also creative concepts. This transition has allowed me to fully embrace my passion and share my artistic vision with a global audience.

Embracing this realization transformed my perspective. I recognized that following my passion for art could lead to a fulfilling and sustainable career. It wasn’t just about making a living; it was about living a life rich with purpose and meaning.
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Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I view my art as a form of storytelling, crafting an atmosphere filled with curiosity about what might happen next or how the protagonists found themselves in their current situation. The lingering question often is, “How will they manage to get out of this one?” During art fairs, when I have the opportunity to engage with my audience directly, I’m fascinated by the personal stories people share about how they connect with my work.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I live in Berlin Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf which is a district in the West of the city. Inside the Grunewald forest there is a former US surveillance station which was built during the cold war which is located on top of Teufelsberg (Devil’s Hill). The Hill was made up by rubble from the destroyed city. The station is now covered in Graffiti which has turned into a decaying urban art gallery. The locations has a huge wild pig population so I painted a mural of a ballistic missile spewing wild pig reflecting upon the cold war.
Grab a drink at the old Westend Klause which is kind of a sports bar from the 1920s in Charlottenburg and head over to the historic Olympiastadion and watch our local team Hertha BSC play.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
A shout-out goes to Tobias, Lena and Stephan who helped me to get started when I arrived in Berlin with nothing but a suitcase. Liam, who dragged me onto a ferry from Hollyhead to Dublin in the middle of night so I could present my work to the art college in Belfast. Fathima who took me on board on many creative adventures. My mates Timm and Nico who are always present. Carl and Lars for their creative visions. My long-term collaborations with Arne, Dennis, Karina, Lutz and Frank and Donald Nally from The Crossing.

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