Amir Ali Javadian, born in 1957, is a distinguished war photographer from Iran. He graduated with a degree in photography from the University of Tehran, Faculty of Fine Arts in 1989 and earned his doctorate in art in 2004.
Javadian began his professional career through the Hozeh Honari institute, joining a movement committed to art that aligned with both the revolution and the Iran-Iraq War. He worked as a photographer for the Islamic Republic News Agency and, at the start of the war, traveled to the southern fronts. This pivotal journey shaped his artistic career and established him as one of the most renowned documentary photographers in Iran. He remained on the front lines until 1986, capturing significant military operations, including the liberation of Khorramshahr and the Ramadan offensive.
After returning to Tehran in 1986, Javadian continued his education and later turned to teaching photography. He managed the photography department at Islamic Azad University and taught at both Al-Zahra University and the University of Tehran, Faculty of Fine Arts. His documentary photographs from the battlefield were displayed at international festivals and earned recognition, including the UNESCO award.
In addition to his photography career, Javadian has been involved in art management and served as a founding member of the Association of Photographers of the Revolution and Holy Defense and the National Association of Photographers of Iran. He has also contributed to art research, publishing works such as "A River, A Window, A Heart" and "Background Carpets."