Samaneh Mohtashami, born on August 11, 1982, in Shahrud, began serious painting in 2011 under the guidance of her teacher, Farajabadi. She continued her education with renowned instructors such as Javad Soleimanpour and Hossein Mehrgan. In 2020, she became a member of the Turkish Pastel Society and earned the second place in the IWS International Competition in 2021 in the pastel category. Samaneh has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions both in Iran and abroad, both in-person and online. Since 2021, she has been the founder and director of a specialized visual arts academy for children and teenagers in Shahrud.