Azita Mireshghi is an Iranian-American metalsmith and studio artist based out of Santa Monica, California. She comes from 3 generations of blacksmiths. She obtained her Master of Fine Arts degree in Jewelry and Metal Arts in 2016. Her work explores emotions through jewelry and is process-driven, by creating textures and patterns. She focuses on making work that is strong and bold, meant to incite an internal response and increase confidence for the wearer.