Professional Experience

September 2018 - to date
Assistant Professor
Fatima Jinnah Women University

February 2016 - September 2018
Assistant Professor
National College of Arts, Rawalpindi

September 2007 - February 2016
Communication Designer & Manual Artist
Tehrik-e-Niswan

February 2005 - July 2007
Head, Design & Studio (Amtico, UK), Flooring Solutions Division, Sales & Marketing Department. Responsible for Designing and Client Relations
ACL Capital (Pvt) Ltd

February 2003 - December 2005
Colour Consultant, Decorative Department (Sales). Also Responsible for Client Relations
BERGER PAINTS

May 2002 - August 2002
Layout Consultant, Graphic Designer & Fashion Coordinator
OMAG Enterprise, a Publication House (Raabta Magazine & Computer World)

August 1999 - May 2001
Art Teacher (Visiting)
Meadow Primary and Secondary School

August 1993 - January 1995
Art Teacher (Visiting)
Meadow Primary and Secondary School

PUBLICATIONS/CONFERENCES

Papers/Stories/Articles:

7^th – 9^th October 2024: Presented a paper on ‘Eco Printing an Aesthetic Way of Embracing Sustainable and Environmental Responsive Technique in Art Practice’ at International Conference on The Reflective Practice of Design: Concerns and Challenges for Professionalism, Ethics and The Way Forward, organized by Department of Computer Arts, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi on 8^th October.

22^nd – 23^rd November 2022: Presented a paper on ‘A Pictorial Research on Transcendent Awareness to Spiritual Freedom of Life’, at 2^nd International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approach in Social Sciences 2022, topic ‘Mental Health for All; Social Determinants, Challenges and Sustainable Remedies’ at Department of Applied Psychology, Faculty of Social sciences, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan on 22^nd November.

23^rd December 2020: Published a short story ‘Behold the Dreams’ in an e-book anthology ‘Asateer’ for Islamic Cultural Iconography by Tell Me Your Story, Digital copy is available on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Asateer-Tell-Me-Your-Story-ebook/dp/B08R82MR6J).

4^th December 2016: Presented a paper on ‘The Life and Times of John Elia through a daughter’s lens’, in Tribute to John Elia’, at Lok Virsa, Islamabad, Pakistan (https://tribune.com.pk/story/1253513/tribute-jon-elia-remembered).

13^th August 2016: Published an article, ‘Towards A True Democracy,’ under the theme of ‘Pakistan of my Dreams’ in Newsline Magazine, August issue (https://newslinemagazine.com/magazine/pakistan-of-my-dreams/).

July 2016: Published a short story, ‘Beholds the Dream’ in an online initiative by a writer Koral Dasgupta ‘TellMeYourStory,’ Delhi, India.

ANNEXURE I - Group Shows:

16^th September 2025: A group show celebrating Pakistan’s Achievements and Heroes, showcasing art that reflects our National Identity in ‘Humari Pehchan, titled ‘Imkan’, ‘Khata’, ‘Wajood’ and ‘Tanbeeh’ at Studio Seven, Karachi, on 16^th September.

23^rd – 25^th May 2025: A group show to showcase the timeless foundation of Visual Art ‘Canvas 2.0, titled ‘Imprints in Blue’, and ‘Blue Remains’ at Gallery 21, Islamabad, on 2^rd May. 

22^nd – 24^th February 2025: A group show ‘Feminist Charisma Season V-Shine like a Diamond’ titled You Can at Artciti Gallery, DHA Karachi on 22^nd February.

3^rd – 31^st August 2024: An International Collaborative Printmaking Project, ‘Project Babel’ Galleri Valdal’s is the only showing of this unique collective work in Denmark on 3^rd August.

28^th – 29^th May 2024: Participated in a 2 day Symposium and Art Exhibition, ‘From Gandhara to the World’, on Vesak Day at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Islamabad, on 28th May.

6^th – 31^st March 2024: To commemorate Women’s Day, Celebrating Women Artists; ‘Her Story’, at PNCA on 6^th March.

2^nd – 3^rd March 2024: Participated in the 2^nd International Conference and Art Festival on the Buddhist Heritage of Pakistan, ‘Heritage for Peace and Progress: Conservation, Education and Training to Promote the Buddhist Heritage of Pakistan’, at Geophysics Auditorium, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad on 2^nd March.

February 2024: A group show on Women’s Day ‘Feminists’ Charisma IV - The Power of Her’, titled Unity in Diversity at Artciti Gallery, DHA Karachi on 29^th February.

14^th December 2023 – 14th January 2024: ‘Project babel’, ‘An International Collaborative Project – 329 Printmakers, 40 Printmaking Studios, 19 Countries, initiated by Galleria Ratamo, Jyväskylä, Finland and has been shown in Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, on 14^th December.

3^rd – 4^th December 2023: ‘Climate Chronicles: A diverse exhibition by Pakistani Artists reflecting on our changing world’ a group show titled, ‘Hymn to tranquillity’, ‘Beside the lake, beneath the trees’, Pakistan Pavilion @COP28, Building 84, Dubai Expo City on 3^rd December.

16^th – 25^th November 2023: Centre for Public-Cultural Diplomacy, Islamabad in collaboration with PNCA arranged an art show ‘Climate Change Challenges: Arts, Crafts &Techno Exposition – In aid of Natural Disaster Victims & Disadvantaged-Artists’ at PNCA on 16^th November.

22^nd – 27^th June 2023: Group exhibition, ‘Life’s a Many Splendored Thing’, work title ‘Lyrical ballad’, ‘Ode to Karbath’ at Aimonay Gallery, Islamabad on 22^nd June.

May 2023: Pop-Up Exhibition ‘Tea Cup’ at NCA, Rawalpindi on 23^rd May.

8^th –14^th March 2023: ‘She-Her’ A celebration of Women’s Day, a group show at PNCA, Islamabad on 8^th March.

13^th – 19^th March 2023: Participated in an art exhibition ‘Feminists’ Charisma – Season III’ at Artciti Gallery, DHA Karachi on 13^th March.

15^{th –} 17^th May 2022: Takshasila Vesak Day Festival group show in collaboration with C2D at Islamabad Art Gallery, F-9 Park, Islamabad on 15^th May.

19^th – 22^nd March 2022: Group show ‘Feminists’ Charisma II’ titled ‘Still I Rise’, ‘I Rise’ at Artciti Gallery, DHA Karachi on 19^th March. 

14^th – 15^th March 2022: Participated in the 1^st International Conference and Art Festival for Promoting Social Cohesion and Interfaith Harmony, ‘Buddhism in Pakistan: History, Archaeology, Art and Architecture’, Titled ‘Land of Fragrance I & II’ at PNCA, Islamabad on 14^th March. 

December 2021: Participated in an exhibition, celebrating 70 years of Pak-China Friendship ‘Synergy-Together we are Stronger’ Islamabad on 21st December.

April 2021: Participated in an artist exchange, an online exhibition in the ‘Second International Print Exchange and Virtual Gallery Exhibition’ Islamabad on 10^th April.

March 2021: Group exhibition titled ‘Feminists’ Charisma I’ at Ocean Art Gallery, Karachi on 8^th March. 

February 2021: Participated in 3^rd edition of Karbath Artist Residency Exhibition; ‘The Third Tide’ at Anna Molka Gallery, Grand Hall, College of Art & Design, University of Punjab, Old Campus, Lahore, on 16^th February. 

September 2020: Participated in a group show titled COVID-19 ‘Spaces Between US’ opened on September 7^th, at COMSATS Gallery, Islamabad.

December 2019: Group show by Nomad art & Cultural Centre, 16 Days Activism against Gender Violence, Dec 4^th-12^th 

November 2019: Group exhibition titled IAF-19: Your Tradition versus Our Modernity, at Sir Syed Memorial, Islamabad, inaugurated by Jamal Shah on November 18^th.

September 2019: Participated in group exhibition titled ‘Maira Shehr’, opened on September 5^th, at COMSATS Gallery.

April 2019: Group exhibition titled The World from My Eye, at COMSATS GALLERY, Islamabad on April 5-30.

July 2018: Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Prints initiated by Sculpture Art Foundation in collaboration with Ministry of Culture & Tourism, Sindh at National Museum of Pakistan, Burns Garden, Saddar, Karachi.

April 2018: ‘Bada-e-Saba’ Season II at Clifton Art Gallery, Karachi. Initiated by the Ministry of Culture, Government of Sindh in collaboration with Centre of Excellence in Arts & Design, MUET, Jamshoro

December 2017: 9^th National Art Exhibition at Pakistan National Council of the Arts, Islamabad.

June 2016: Exhibition at Sheesh Mahal, Serena Hotel, Islamabad, ‘On the occasion of the Portuguese National Day.’

June 2015: Exhibition at Gallery 6, Islamabad, ‘25 Artist’.

May 2015: Exhibition at Hamail Art Gallery, Lahore, ‘Nouveau et Novice’.

February 2015: ‘13^th Emerging Talent’ at V. M. Art Gallery, Karachi.

November 2014: ‘Women Printmakers’ at Alhamra Art Gallery, Lahore.

October 2014: Golden Jubilee celebration of Karachi School of Arts ‘Print Portfolio II’ at Chawkandi Art Gallery, Karachi.

‘Roll Call’, exhibition on the occasion of 50 years of Karachi School of Arts at V. M. Art Gallery, Karachi.

September 2014: 1^st International Print Biennial, ‘Historical Journey of Printmaking in Pakistan’ at V. M. Art Gallery, Karachi.

August 2014: ‘Adoration of the Obscure’ at Alhamra Art Gallery, Lahore.

March 2014: Paintings & Prints exhibition by women artists in connection with Women’s Day at Tollinton Market Building.

ANNEXURE II - Freelance Work; Portrait of Celebrities:

Mohammad Ali Jinnah – Founder of Pakistan

Josh Malih Abadi - Poet

Zamir Niazi – Journalist

Book Jackets, Titles & Illustrations:

2017    Love & Its Seasons by Aamer Hussein

2011 Des Des Ki Kahaniyan by Dr. Shershah Syed.

2006    Econews–Newsletter-RAK Environmental Awareness

2003    Zameer ki Awaz - Articles by Zaheda Hina

2001    Sar-e-Mishgaan – Poetry by Talat Shazi

2000    Unglian Figar Apni – Essays by Zamir Niazi

2000    Islah-Un-Nisa – Reprint of first Urdu novel by Rasheedunnisa Begum, 19^th Century

1999    Meri Zindagi K Lamhe – An autobiography by Kaneez Bulkhi

1996    Rah mein Ajal hai - Short Stories by Zaheda Hina

Miscellaneous:

Talk (In Conversation):

18^th December 2024: Chief Guest at, ‘A Talk on the importance of Urdu Language & Literature - Shaam e Urdu: Aik Shaam Urdu k Naam’, in the 14th Annual Celebration of ‘Smile for a While – Week of Blessings’ at SOS Village H-11/1, Islamabad.

6^th December 2020: Poetry recital of noted poetess Fehmida Riaz at Nomad Gallery, Islamabad, in an art and craft exhibition, live mural painting, poetry recitation, dance and mime performances, titled ‘Covid-19: women empowerment and way forward’.

June 2019: A talk on art; ‘What and Why Art?’ under the topic ‘The truest expression of a society is in its Arts, in its Dance and in its Music!’ on 25^th June 2019 at ‘Tehrik-e-Niswan’s 2nd Karachi Convention for Cultural Appreciation - (T-e-N, KCCA),’ at Countryside Chalet Resort, Karachi, Pakistan.

Art Performance:

8^th October 2021: Art performance in ‘The Missing Dialogue - An initiative to create a space for social dialogue’ done an experimental abstract mime theatre; ‘The HATEBOOK’, at Ejaz Art Gallery, Lahore. 

Artist Residency:

14^th November-25^th November 2020: Participated in 2 weeks long Karbath Artist Residency 2020, at Jalili Farms, Karbath Village, in collaboration with College of Art & Design, University of Punjab, Lahore.

Curation:

May 2016: Curated group show of Prints featuring students and faculty’s work at Potohar Gallery, NCA, Rawalpindi, inaugurated by Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani.

Art Seminar Series - Artist Talk, @studio:

26^th December 2020: Conducted the 2^nd Artist Talk under @studio online session by, Mr. Muhammad Awais: Typography... The Beauty of Communication at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi.

24^th December 2020: Conducted the 1^st Artist Talk under @studio online session by, Dr. Hena Ali: Design Research is...What Why Who How (Where & When) at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi.

26^th December 2018: Conducted the 1^st Art Seminar Series, Guest Speakers: Mansoor Rahi & Hajra Mansoor at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi.

Juror:

19^th December 2024: Judge at the ‘Paint Palooza’ Art Exhibition at the Educator, Tulsa Campus, Rawalpindi.

10^th December 2024: External juror for Mini-Thesis of 3^rd year Printmaking at National College of Arts, Rawalpind

4^th March 2024: Juror for ‘Imagine a World without Cash!’ Poster Competition among children from schools all across Rawalpindi at State Bank of Pakistan, Banking Services Corporation, Rawalpindi.                                   

12^th June 2023: Juror for 4^th Semester History of Design 50 students, project ‘Museums and Exhibitions’ at Department of Art & Design, COMSATS University, Islamabad.

7^th February 2023: Judge for Poster Competition, ‘Kashmir Solidarity Day’ by Peace Chair & ZEKAB International.

August 2018: Judged the Sarwar-e-Watan Art Exhibition in collaboration with Culture, Tourism & Antiquities Dept., Govt. of Sindh at National Museum of Pakistan, Burns Garden, Saddar, Karachi.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Research Interests (Keywords)

Contemporary printmaking, Storytelling and narrative art, Visual culture of the sub-continent, Heritage, memory, and Partition studies, Art, environment, and climate change, Women’s issues and representation in art, Art as social commentary and activism

Research Statement
I explore contemporary printmaking as a medium for storytelling and social commentary, focusing on heritage, memory, Partition, women’s representation, and environmental issues within the visual culture of the sub-continent.

ACHIVEMENTS

Sep 2016: Awarded and certified by the Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Mian Raza Rabbani, for outstanding artwork and leadership in the project Gali-e-Dastoor

MODULES/COURSES DESIGNED & AUTHORED:

Studio Courses - Printmaking: 1. Printmaking I, 2. Printmaking II, 3. Printmaking III, 4. Printmaking IV, 5. Experimental Printmaking, 6. Advance Printmaking, 7. Conceptual Printmaking Credit hr.: (3) for Undergraduate Students, 2025.

Theory Courses: 1. Contemporary Visual Trends of Eastern Art, 2. History of Ideas Renaissance to 20th Century credit hr.: (3) for Undergraduate Students, 2025.

NATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Diplomas and certificates:

Fine Arts

Diploma in Fine Arts from Karachi School of Arts, in Printmaking.

Graphic Design

Diploma in Multimedia Application from Arena Multimedia - (APTECH).

CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS

Workshops Conducted (Art):

23^rd June 2019-30th June 2019: Instructor for ‘Art and Craft’ for a week long, ‘Tehrik-e-Niswan’s 2nd Karachi Convention for Cultural Appreciation - (T-e-N, KCCA),’ at Countryside Chalet Resort, Karachi, Pakistan.

16^th July 2017-23^rd July 2017: Instructor for ‘Drawing & Painting’ for a week long, ‘Tehrik-e-Niswan’s Karachi Youth Convention,’ at Koohi Goth Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.

June – July 2008, May – June 2009 & June 2010: Conducted 5 weeks Summer Camps at Alliance Française de Karachi in Art, Craft and Clay work.

Workshops Attended (Art):

14^th January 2019: Participated in ‘Turkish Ebru Art’ workshop conducted by Nihal Ture, at Pakistan National Council of the Arts, Islamabad in collaboration with Turkish Embassy & Yunus Emre Institute.

31^ST MAY 2015-6^TH JUNE 2015: Participated in a week-long workshop in 3^rd International SpicMacay Convention, of ‘Cheriyal Saw Dust Mask making,’ held at IIT Bombay, India.

6^TH JUNE 2014-18^TH JUNE 2014: Participated in a week-long workshop in 2^nd International SpicMacay Convention, of, ‘Contemporary Painting,’ conducted by renowned Painter Anjolie Ella Menon, held at IIT Chennai, India.

APRIL 4, 2007-APRIL 6, 2007: Attended a 3 day’s workshop in Printmaking at Karachi School of Arts, Karachi, course director, Ragini U. Grela.

Conference/Seminars/Symposium/Webinar/Workshops/Trainings:

27^th & 29^th May 2025: Seminar on ‘Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Education through Arts: A Collaborative Art Event’ by fdi.

18th April 2025:  Publish or Perish: Mastering the Art and Science of Publication Process, training by ORIC.

15th - 16th April 2025: Qualitative Research Techniques and Publication Tactics, training by ORIC.

10th April 2025: Improving Research Performance using Elsevier’s Scopus, online webinar.

26th March 2025: AI Trends in Higher Education: Emerald/HETL, online webinar.

26th March 2025: FOE Writing & Publishing Research Papers & Chapters by Sam Goundar, online webinar.

13th March 2025: Commercialize Your Research, online webinar by ICT.

27^th February 2025: Seminar on ‘Climate Action for the Future: Empowering Children and Women in the Face of Change’ by kindernothlife and Saibaan.

19th February 2025: Training Session on Artificial Intelligence in Our Lives, training by ORIC.

13^th February 2025: In appreciation of valuable participation at the NIFTY Fashion Walk, by NIFTYSPERE Institute if Arts & Designing.

28th January 2025: Teaching & Learning Workshop ‘Innovative Pedagogies and Digital learning Excellence’ under HESSA Project by Centre of Learning Excellence.

7^th – 9^th October 2024: International Conference, ‘The Reflective Practice of Design: Concerns and Challenges for Professionalism, ethics and the way Forward, by BCA, FJWU.

28^th – 29^th May 2024: Symposium, ‘From Gandhara to the World’ and Exhibition by MOFA.

22^nd – 23^rd November 2023: Conference, Workshops and Art Exhibition, ‘Islamic Art Festival’ by IVAD, FJWU.

30^th May – 1^st June 2023: Round Table Discussion under LCF Project ‘Shattering the Glass Ceiling: Challenges and Opportunities for Women Academic Leaders in Pakistan’

27^th April 2023: Workshop by Cultural society on ‘World Heritage Day’ by FJWU.

10^th January 2023: Workshop on ‘Understanding Conflict, Peace and Tolerance’ by Peace Chair & Shaoor Foundation, Peace Advocacy and Community Engagement through Teachers (PACT).

22^nd – 23^rd November 2022: International Conference, ‘2^nd International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approach in Social Sciences – ICOIASS – Mental Health for All: Social Determinants, Challenges & Sustainable Remedies’ by Faculty of Social Sciences and Chaired by Department of Applied Psychology, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan.

31^st October 2022: Workshop on ‘Global University Rankings: A Quality Assurance Perspective by QEC.

9^th August 2021: Online webinar GGP3: Surviving the peer review process by Emerald Publishing.

12^th October 2021: Online webinar on ‘Protection of Intellectual Property: Filling, Process and Prosecution of Patents’ by ORIC and Chemical Society of Pakistan at UMT, Lahore.

12^th March 2021: Online webinar on ‘Improving Research Planning skills using Elsevier Tools-ScienceDirect & Scopus’ by Elsevier.

29^th January 2021: Training on ‘Assessment Tools and Methods for Online Education’ by QEC.

12^th – 16^th October 2020: Online training ‘Faculty Orientation Training Program’ by PHEC

3^rd June 2020: Online training on ‘Andragogical and Online Teaching Skills’ by PHEC.

16^th April 2020: Online workshop of Emerald Guide to Getting Published.

26^th November 2019: Workshop on ‘Art of Selecting Research Topic’ and ‘Writing Literature review, Analysis & Methodology’ by ORIC_FJWEDC.

21^st November 2019: One day Seminar, ‘Flight from Marriage: Youth Transition and Social change’ by Department of Sociology, FJWU.

28^th January – 1^st February 2019: Training of ‘Active Citizen’ by British Council.

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Art Projects:

March 2016: Designed the marketing material for a 1-day conference ‘WOMEN’S CONFERENCE 2016’ ‘ہم عورتیں’ ‘NO MORE VIOLENCE’ ‘WOMEN RISING’ at Arts Council Karachi, initiated by Tehrik-e-Niswan.

May 2016 – Sep 2016: Worked as a lead member on a project ‘Gali-e-Dastoor’ for the Senate of Pakistan.

October 2015: Participated and designed the marketing material for a 1-day conference ‘Karachi Women’s Peace Table 2015’ at Arts Council Karachi, initiated by Tehrik-e-Niswan.