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Dear Dr. Tafarrodi,
It was such a privilege to visit your unique diorama display, to which you have obviously dedicated countless hours creating. Each intricate diorama depicted an important aspect of Persian culture and history with an underlying message, which made the exhibition even more interesting and memorable. It was also nostalgic and brought back memories of my earlier years back home, as you took the time to carefully explain and elaborate on the significance of each art piece.
Your talent as a storyteller was quite evident as you cleverly wove important ideas through your chosen art media, the diorama. That was truly both impressive and entertaining, which in a special way made the entire evening particularly magical. I do hope that in the foreseeable future, others can have this same opportunity to view your collection and appreciate the rich and vibrant heritage of Persia.
Also, thank you so very much for the delightful time that I had at your beautiful home last Saturday. The food was so carefully prepared, authentic, and inordinately delicious. Furthermore, the conversation over dinner was insightful and thought-provoking, which was very much appreciated since moments like this are few and far between. Last but not least, thank you for your warm hospitality and walk down memory lane surrounded by the fragrance of fresh flowers in the comfort of your lovely home.
What a joy it was to experience your gallery in person. Every piece radiates emotion, intention, and deep beauty, I found myself completely absorbed. Your work speaks to the soul, and I left feeling both inspired and comforted. As a fellow Persian, I was especially moved by the threads of heritage and storytelling woven through your art. Thank you for sharing your vision with such grace. Looking forward to seeing how your work continues to evolve.
Dear Niccu,
I hope you’re doing well. This is Arian, I visited your home and gallery with my mom, Sima, and our friend Hayedeh. Thank you so much for welcoming us. It was a real pleasure to be there, to experience your beautiful dioramas, and most of all, to hear you describe each one with such care and insight.
I wanted to send a quick thank you note and, as we discussed, share my contact information as well as my mom’s:
My email: [email protected]
Thank you Niccu, for the privilege of viewing your amazing dioramas depicting life in Persia.
I’m struck by the history and sense of community that the dioramas convey.
I learned a great deal about Persia and now I want to know more.
I’m hoping more people will be able to view your dioramas, as it’s so very important for all of us to understand more about the Persian culture, and history of Iran. The more we know about other cultures, the more we realize that human beings have much more in common than we realize.
Niccu, I so enjoyed our visit to your lovely home. Your exquisite dioramas are awesome. I had never seen anything like this before. Quite an education for me. Thank you for invitation. It was so very nice to meet you and spend our afternoon with you! You are a very special woman. Thank you again.
I recently had the pleasure of revisting Niccu’s museum. I could spend hours there because there is so much detailed treasures you discover when viewing her dioramas. She has expanded her museum and created more.
Niccu is very dedicated to preserving the Persian culture. It is astounding how detailed she recalls the memories with her grandmother. I left feeling she’s honoring her ancestors. I also respect how important it is for her to accurately depict the culture and stories through the level of detail in each dioramas. These are truly special!
Niccu, thank you so much for sharing your beautiful, intricate dioramas with us. I learned so much about Persia and your memories of your time in Iran. I hope you will find a location where your dioramas can be shared and admired for many years. You are such a talented, intelligent, strong woman! I would encourage others to try to visit you to share the wonderful experience we enjoyed so much.
As an american , I was fascinated and historically interested in Niccu’s very detailed and certainly artistically detailed dioramas.
They certainly gave me a deeper appreciation of persian society, then, and now.
I can only hope they are preserved in a safe, secured, temperature – controlled environment for future generations to observe and admire.
Niccu, your dioramas are beautiful. I really think your idea to do a sports related diorama is wonderful. Many of us Iranian men would love to see something related to both wrestling and weightlifting. I personally am very interested in strength sports. This would mean a lot to many of us. Your dioramas are amazing! Thank you for all that you share with us about Persia!
Payman
The dioramas were fascinating. Clearly lots of thought and work was involved in their creation. I would highly recommend visiting this display.
Niccu’s intricately and beautifully created dioramas take us to another time and place. They are pictures of a people and a culture come to life. Niccu opens the door to imagination and curiosity for us to appreciate and learn more than we knew before. Thanks to her representation of the Cyrus Cylinder, I wanted to learn of its origin and the ancient history it describes. Some credit it as the first written goal of “human understanding, tolerance, courage, compassion and, above all, human liberty”.
Dear Mar
I would like to appreciate your collaboration to arrange the visit of the gallery. I got many meaningful questions about Iran’s. You and your friends were very smarts to learn about Iran. Thank you again for your time and energy.
Dear Raha
Thank you for your visit, underding, and meaningful comments.
Our country went through a very rough period last 40 years. The making of these dioramas, seem to not only heal the artist, but also heal the viewers who are mesmerized with the beautiful mini structures and people and cultural artifacts. We admire Nikoo’s vision, efforts, focus, love and the time she spend on these dioramas. They are educational for the next generation of Iranians as well as educational for none Iranian individuals who love to learn other cultures. This is where education art and healing meet so beautifully. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼Thank you Nikoo jaun for your hard work and love for Persian culture.
This week I was so lucky to see these beautiful dioramas in person and then to follow up with reading the details about them here on the website. The stunning craftsmanship and exquisite detail is sure to delight viewers for years to come. What a fascinating and memorable way to learn about another culture!
Dear Baraba,
I am happy that you visit my gallery and I hope to visit you with your friends in future.
I was blessed to be able to visit your Persian Gallery as a member of the Midwest Miniature Guild yesterday, and want to let you know that your collections of displays showcasing your memories, combined with your knowledge of the history, culture and lifestyle are overwhelmingly impressive. Your skill as an artist, and the high quality of your comprehensive displays is amazing. I truly appreciate the time you set aside as a gracious tour guide and hostess, and know this visit is an experience I will remember and treasure.
Hi Linda,
I appreciate your visit and I am so happy that you like the dioramas. I hope that your friends and other minituriest will like to visit my gallery. Your comment is highly appreciated.
Great work, Niccu!
I’m an architecture student at the University of Minnesota and I find your architecture home models absolutely fantastic! I love all the details and colors. It’s interesting to see how different the Persian style is compared to the American style.
Hi Hanna
I am so happy that an architecture visit the site of rememberingpersia.com. I hope that you will come to my gallery and visit the dioramas.
I appreciate your comments.
Niccu
Dear Dr. Tafarrodi, It was such a privilege to visit your unique diorama display, to which you have obviously dedicated…
Dear Niccu, I hope you’re doing well. This is Arian, I visited your home and gallery with my mom, Sima,…
What a joy it was to experience your gallery in person. Every piece radiates emotion, intention, and deep beauty, I…
Thank you Niccu, for the privilege of viewing your amazing dioramas depicting life in Persia. I’m struck by the history…
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