Kurdwin Ayub, a dynamic and multifaceted creative individual, first took his first breath in Iraq in the year 1990. Today, this talented artist calls Vienna, Austria her home, where she dedicates her time and energy to exploring her passions as a director, screenwriter, and video and performance artist.
Ayub's academic journey is characterized by a bifurcated educational trajectory, spanning over five years from 2008 to 2013. During this period, she devoted herself to the disciplines of Painting and Animation at the University for Applied Arts Vienna, where she was fortunate enough to be mentored by the illustrious artists Christian Ludwig Attersee and Judith Eisler.
Ayub's remarkable career has been met with an abundance of acclaim and prestigious recognition at various international film festivals, solidifying her position as a prominent figure in the film industry.
In 2013, she was awarded the esteemed Vienna Independent Short Newcomer Prize, a testament to her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft.
In the preceding years, 2011 and 2012, she received the Viennale Mehrwert Short Film Prize, a nod to her outstanding work in the field of short filmmaking.
Her short films have been showcased at the prestigious Viennale, with a special presentation of her series in 2012, further highlighting her impressive body of work.
This remarkable string of achievements serves as a testament to Ayub's unwavering commitment to her art and her ability to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a result, her name has become synonymous with excellence in the world of filmmaking, and her contributions to the industry continue to inspire and influence a new generation of artists.
Person Biography:
Ayub's impressive body of work has garnered widespread recognition and accolades at numerous international film festivals. In 2013, she was honored with the prestigious Vienna Independent Short Newcomer Prize, while in 2011 and 2012, she received the Viennale Mehrwert Short Film Prize. Her short films have been showcased at the Viennale, with a special presentation of her series in 2012.
Ayub's feature documentary, "Paradise! Paradise!", showcases her exceptional versatility as a filmmaker, as she not only took on the directorial role but also demonstrated her writing prowess by crafting the screenplay and showcasing her technical skills by handling the cinematography.
This remarkable achievement has garnered numerous prestigious awards, with the documentary receiving the Best Camera prize at the Diagonale - Festival of Austrian Film, a testament to Ayub's mastery of the camera.
In 2016, the documentary also received the New Waves Non Fiction Award at the Sevilla Festival de Cine Europeo, further solidifying its reputation as a standout film in the non-fiction genre.
Additionally, Ayub's "Paradise! Paradise!" won the Carte Blanche Prize at the Duisburger Filmwoche, a notable recognition of her work within the European film industry.
