Misbah Ahmed

2024 Program Artist

Misbah Ahmed (b. 1994, Pakistan; she/her) is a Pakistani visual artist, designer and educator based in Toronto. Her practice is expressed through sentimental observations of life that are imbued with symbols and references that move across personal and historical domains. Themes in her work examine dualities, nature, shifting cultural landscapes and everyday human experiences. She interrogates such themes by exploring and imagining narratives within the Pakistan diaspora and other communities of colour existing in liminal spaces. Her practice primarily involves oil paint, silk-screen and ceramic sculpture, where her creative process and methodologies combine modern and traditional techniques.

Program

Andbothwith a Gift: A Ceramic Workshop

This workshop offers an opportunity to explore ceramic hand-building and surface design techniques inspired by the artist Pamila Matharu. Through this creative process, we will explore how art fosters connections and creates shared moments. Participants will craft two shells: one to keep and one to gift. This workshop examines the artist’s relationship with mentorship and […]

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