Born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon, during the civil war, Nany Torossian pursued her studies in Fine Arts amidst a culturally rich and diverse environment. Growing up with exposure to multiple languages and cultures, her work reflects a colorful and dynamic background. Following her graduation, she began teaching art and actively participated in numerous collective exhibitions in Beirut. In 2002, she relocated to Burlingame, California, where she became the first art teacher at KZV Armenian School in San Francisco and a dedicated advocate for promoting Armenian culture.
Nany is a founding member of the “Mayreni” Online School and has organized several community-focused projects, fundraisers, including painting workshops. Her creative journey has earned her recognition through numerous group exhibitions across California and the East Coast, as well as three solo exhibitions in the Bay Area. In September 2024, she conducted a successful workshop at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textile. Alongside her artistic practice, she continues to teach art and the Armenian language, inspiring the next generation to embrace creativity and cultural heritage.
