Kia Zand is an Iranian artist based in Naarm (Melbourne), Australia. Drawing on his mixed heritage, he combines images, sound, and sculpture to explore the relationships between geological, cultural, and political borders. His work examines these themes through various mediums.

Zand's creative journey began as an industrial photographer and filmmaker at the Iranian National Oil and Gas Company. His experiences deepened after relocating to Isfahan in his early 20s and later migrating to Melbourne in 2012. Zand's creative practice reflects the complexities of his background and experiences as a queer asylum seeker. He holds a degree in film and a Master of Contemporary Art from the Victorian College of the Arts.