“Thicker Than Paint”: A Documentary Film By Maryam Sephari (42 min)
Join us at the UW Bothell Discovery Hall screening of the Documentary “Thicker Than Paint” & Discussion by Maryam Sepehri.
“Thicker Than Paint," an award-winning documentary by acclaimed Iranian-American filmmaker Maryam Sepehri. This compelling film delves into the private life of Habibeh, a self-taught Iranian artist who has created over 4,000 artworks using unique tools and techniques born from necessity and imagination. Habibeh’s journey is one of transformation—turning personal adversity into breathtaking creativity. Through her craft, she finds solace, healing, and a powerful voice in a world that has often silenced her.
There will be a discussion following the film.
"This deeply intimate portrait of an Iranian woman's life documents the life of Habibeh Bedayat, a self-taught painter who has created over 4000 works of art. Scenes of Habibeh conducting her everyday life allow us a fascinating glimpse into the philosophies of a strongly independent wife, mother, teacher, and artist. As we learn more about her upbringing in Pre-Revolution Iran, we come to understand exactly how much Habibeh has sacrificed in order to become the free-willed person she is today"
Maryam Sepehri is an award-winning, Iranian-American documentary filmmaker.
After achieving a B.A. in filmmaking and an M.A. in photography she pursued documentary filmmaking, focusing on human expression and learning.
She has made several well-received documentaries, winning a number of prestigious awards as well as having a number of short stories published.
Among her outstanding productions, we can name:
“Alborz: We Climb Mountains”
“Thicker than Paint”
“And Rain once Again”
“Alborz” was screened on December 8, 2024.
“Mouth Harp in Minor Key” will be screened on February 8, 2024.
Collaborative Project of University of Washington Dept. of Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures (MELC) and Peyvand
Driving Instructions
From Interstate 405 (I-405) North-bound
~ Drive north on I-405 toward Bothell.
~ Take Exit 23 for SR-522 West toward Bothell.
~ Once on SR-522 West (Bothell Way NE), after you pass under the I-405 interchange, stay to the right.
~ At the first traffic light, turn right onto Campus Way NE. This will lead you into the main campus.
~ Follow signs for parking (for example the South Parking Garage) and walk to your destination building (e.g., Discovery Hall).
From I-405 South-bound
~ Drive south on I-405 toward Bothell.
~ Take Exit 23B for SR-522 West toward Bothell.
~ On SR-522 West, stay to the right after the interchange, then turn right onto Campus Way NE at the first traffic light.
~ Follow signage into campus and choose a parking garage or lot that is convenient for your building.
From SR-522 West-bound (coming from the east)
~ Take SR-522 West toward Bothell. After passing under the I-405 interchange, stay to the right and turn right onto Campus Way NE at the first traffic light.
~ Follow signs for parking (for example the South Parking Garage) and walk to your destination building (e.g., Discovery Hall).
From SR-522 East-bound (coming from Seattle side)
~ Take SR-522 East (Bothell Way NE) toward Bothell. As you approach the campus, turn left onto Campus Way NE. Follow signs for parking (for example the South Parking Garage) and walk to your destination building (e.g., Discovery Hall).
~ Two parking lots are marked for your convenience. The South Parking Garage is the first one you come across once you enter the campus on Campus Way NE. It is a covered garage. You can park and cross the street toward the plaza where Discovery Hall is located. Once you go through the glass doors, the hall would be right in front of you. Discovery 061
~ Should you choose the upper level parking lot, you would be entering the building from the top floor. Go through the glass doors all the way to the elevators which would be to your left. Take the elevator to the base floor, the door opens right across from the lecture all, Discovery 061.
Below you will find marked areas for parking and Discovery Hall
