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Qualification: Ph.D. Fine Arts. 2009  
HEC Approved Ph.D. Supervisor

Current Affiliation: Department of Fine Arts, College of Art and Design, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan.  

Current Position: Chairperson of Fine Arts Department, College of Art & Design, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan.  

Former Director Institute of Design and Visual Arts Lahore College for Women University Lahore from May 2019 to March 2020

Former Chairperson Interior Design Department, Lahore College for Women University Lahore – from July 2014 to March 2020

Former Chairperson Textile Design Department, Lahore College for Women University Lahore – from 2014 to 2019

Former Incharge / Coordinator - Research Center Institute of Design and Visual Arts, Lahore College for Women University Lahore – from 2011 to 2014

 

* Academic Experience

Professional Teaching Experience: from 11 December 1998 to till 

        date = 25 years  

* Administrative Experience

• As Chairperson, Department of Fine Arts College of Art & Design, University of the Punjab from August 2020 to date
• As Director Institute of Design and Visual Arts Lahore College for Women University Lahore = 1 Year
•  As Chairperson Interior Design Department Lahore College for Women University Lahore = 6 Years
• As Chairperson Textile Design Department Lahore College for Women University Lahore = 5 Years
• As In charge - Research Center Institute of Design and Visual Arts Lahore College for Women University Lahore = 3 Years  

 

 

AWARDS

 

* International Award of Excellence from “ The Museum of Hebie Normal University 

   Shijazuhang China” 2017

*Artwork was selected for permanent display in the Museum of Hebei Normal

  University   Shihiazuang, China, 2017.

* Internationally recommended as prominent Pakistani Artist in China among other countries of the world (2017).

 *  Nationally Recognized and Received Award of Excellence from Concordia Mess of Sakardu Baltistan, 2018 Art Work “Spendour of Skardu” is in Permanent Display.

*  Received GOLD MEDAL for getting 1^st position in MFA (Painting) from the 

     University of the Punjab  (session 1996).

* Received Prime Minister GOLD MEDAL for getting 1^st position in MFA (Painting) from the University of the Punjab  (session 1996).

 

* First Position in Punjab Public Service Commission Exam held in 2015.

* First Position in Punjab Public Service Commission Exam held in 1998.

* 1^st position in the merit list of BFA (Painting) College of Art and Design, University of the Punjab 1991.

* Won several Awards and Prizes in Painting Competitions held in different Colleges, Universities and professional organizations of Pakistan from 1980 to till date

 

SCHOLARSHIP

Received Merit Scholarship from Punjab University for getting 1^st position in BFA (Painting) 1994.

CURRENT TASK 

• To fulfill all assigned administrative and academic tasks related to Fine Arts Department College of Art and Design University of the Punjab.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS

• Representation of Pakistan among 11 other developed countries of the world as research paper presenter in an International Conference at South Korea at Keimyung University held on 2^nd to 6^th November 2022. Topic of research was, “Chrisma of Mughal Carpets: Representation of Traditional Designs on Contemporary Hand-Knotted Craft of Pakistan”.
• Display of thesis show BFA Fine Arts Department of Fine Arts in 2020, 2021, and 2022.
• To fulfil all assigned administrative and academic tasks.
• MOU Signing between the Departments of Textile Design and Interior Design, Institute of Design and Visual Arts, Lahore College for Women University and Textile and Environmental Design Departments of Hebie Normal University Shijazuhang China.
• Representation of Institute of Design and Visual Arts in HEC Islamabad by Display of Artwork of Faculty and Students of Lahore College for Women University Lahore, 2019.
• Valuable contribution in Sikh Convention hosted by the Governor of Punjab, 2019.
• Artwork Display in Governor House Lahore on Sikh Architectural Heritage” 2019.
• Organized annual and Degree Art shows from 2016 to date.
• Organized several art workshops, lectures and seminars for faculty members and students of the Department of Fine Arts University of the Punjab and Lahore College for Women University Lahore.
• Development of International and National Linkages
• Focus on Industrial and Academic Linkages.
• Review of Scheme of Studies
• Introduction of new Courses in the Scheme of Studies.
• Follow up Visit to Hebei Normal University China to Strengthen MOU between Lahore College for Women University and Hebie Normal University Shijazuhang China 2017.
• Organized Furniture Design Show 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 by Interior Design Department Lahore College for Women University Lahore.
• Development of the Institute especially Textile Design Department and Interior Design Department of Lahore College for Women University Lahore.
• Contribution for development of Research in Art History and Studio Practice.
•  Organized different Diploma Courses
• Organized Short Courses Block Printing, Textile Design, Interior Design, Interior Decoration, Drawing, CAD, Photo shop, Bloch Printing, Dyeing and Printing 2018 and 2019.
• Introduction of new Courses - Color Philosophy and Research Methodology in the Scheme of Studies Interior Design Department Institute of Design and visual Arts.
• Introduction of new Course – Research Methodology Textile Design Department.
• Follow up Visit to Hebei Normal University China to Strengthen MOU between Lahore College for Women University Lahore and Hebei Normal University Shijiazhuang China 2017.
• Organized Annual Show 2016, 2017, 1208, and 2019 Textile Design Department Lahore College for Women University Lahore.
• Organized Furniture Design Show 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 by Interior Design Department Lahore College for Women University Lahore.
• Contribution for development of Research in Art History and Studio Practice.
•  Organized Faculty Show for the development of Art and Artists in 2019.
•  Organized different Diploma Courses for the development of the Institute and benefit of the University.

 

• RESEARCH INTERESTS

 

* Art and Culture of Pakistan

* History of South Asian Art and Architecture (Islamic Period).

* Decorative Elements of Modern Architecture

* Decorative Techniques used in Islamic Architecture

* Surface and inbuilt architectural decoration of Pakistani Monument

* Technical, conceptual and free hand drawings

* Conceptual Paintings in different mediums

1. Miniature Painting
2. Pastel  Painting
3. Oil painting
4. Water colour

 

* Different Techniques of Textile Design

* Application of Textile Design on different products (accessories)

* Interior Design

 

   

PUBLICATIONS IN NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH JOURNALS

1. 2022, Architectural Ornamentation of Shigar Fort Complex Skardu Baltistan: Heritage of Pakistan.  JRSP,Vol.59,No2(April-June2022) Page No. 9- 17.  HEC Approved “Y” Category.
2. 2021, Aesthetics and its Impact on Post-Colonial Architectural Elements of Lahore: A Comparative Analysis. Ancient Punjab – Volume 9, 2021 Page No. 159 – 170 - HEC Approved “X” Category.
3. 2021, Abstraction and Symbolism in Faisal Mosque: As Unusual Architectural Decoration in South Asia - JRSP, Vol. 58, No.4 (Oct-Dec 2021) Page No. 1-7- HEC Approved “X” Category.
4. 2021, Mysticism as an indispensable Expression in Sadquain’s Calligraphic Paintings - JRSP, Vol. 58, No3 (July-Sept 2021) Page No. 139- 325- HEC Approved “X” Category.
5. 2021, Saeed Akhtar: As Stylized Pakistani Painter - Journal of Languages, Culture and Civilization- Volume 3, Issue 3, September 2021, Pages: 177-189 - HEC Approved “Y” Category.
6. 2019, Mughal’s Flora and Fauna: Implementation of Cultural Designs on Modern Textiles of Pakistan” Research Pakistan, Volume No. 56, Issue No. 2. Page No. 245 -256, HEC Approved “X” Category.
7.  2019, “Pakistani Tile Mosaic Work: As Remarkable Ornamentation in the Contemporary Mosques of South Asia” South Asia, 
Vol. 34, No. 2, July – December, 2019, pp. 479 – 493. HEC Approved “X” Category.
8. 2019, “Tile Mosaic Decoration and Colour Philosophy in Ablution Area of the Faisal Mosque, Islamabad” Pakistan (Vol.20, No. 1, 2019), HEC Approved “Y” Category.
9. 2013 - “Unusual Shape and Significance of the Mihrāb in the Modern Mosque, Islamabad” International Journal of Humanities (with Impact Factor).
10. 2012 - “Significance of Inlay Work in the Modern Mosque of Pakistan” International Journal of Humanities (with Impact Factor).
11. 2012 - “Decorative Elements of Data Darbar Ali Hajwairy Mosque Lahore” Jamal by College of Art and Design Punjab University Lahore.
12. 2009 - “Importance of Rectilinear Geometry of the Faisal Mosque Islamabad” National Defence Times.
13. 2007 - “Importance of Structural Design of the Minar of Faisal Mosque Islamabad” Asian Civilization, by Quid-e-Azam University Islamabad, Journal. HEC Approved “Y” Category.
14. Significance of Kufic Calligraphy in the Mosques of Punjab (to be Published in HEC recognized Journal).
15. Styles and forms of Calligraphy in Faisal Mosque Islamabad. (to be Published in HEC Recognized Journal)

PAPER PRESENTATION

 

(1). “Charisma of Mughal Carpets: Representation of Traditional Designs on Contemporary Hand-Knotted Craft of Pakistan”. Presented in an International Conference, Acta Via Serica Keimyung University Daegu South Korea on 2^nd to 5^th November 2022.

(2). Impact of Mughal’s Flora and Founa on Contemporary Textile Design of Pakistan 2016, paper presented in Hebie Normal University China, November 2016. (International)

 

(3) “Significance of the Miḥrāb of Faisal Mosque, Islamabad” Paper 

        Presented in the Conference at Lahore College for Women University Lahore, 

        2010.

(4). February 2018, Paper presented in 3 Days International Conference Social Sciences and Humanities 25^th, 26^th and 27^th April 2018 held in Kinnaird College for Women Lahore. Title of Paper, “Architectural Decoration of Shigar Fort: Heritage of Pakistan”.

(5). April 2018, Paper Presenter in 3 days International Conference “The Role of Mysticism in Establishing Harmony and Peaceful Existence” held in LCWU. Title of Paper “ Sadquain’s Mystic Expression for Peaceful Existence”.

(6). December 2018, Paper presented in 3 Days International Conference Social Sciences and Humanities 6^th, 7^th and 8^th April 2018 held in Kinnaird College for Women Lahore. Title of Paper, “Decorative Arts of Mughal period and implementation of cultural designs on Modern Textiles”.

(7). Paper presentation International Conference “Importance of Academia-Textile Industry Linkage:  Pakistan-Uzbekistan Women Entrepreneurs in Textile Industry” paper title “Uzbekistan Pakistan women entrepreneurship in Textile industry”, organized by Center for Global & Strategic Studies (CGSS) Islamabad.

(8).  Paper presentation International Conference “ Emerging Trends in the Arts and Humanities, University of the Punjab”, paper title, “Colonial Aesthetics and its Impact on Post Colonial Architectural Elements of Lahore: A Comparative Analysis”.

 

NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL SOLO SHOWS

(1). 2018, October- Solo Show “Splendor of Nature”, Hamail Art Gallery Lahore.

(2). 2018, Jan- Solo Show “Imagery of Milieus”, YUM English and Thai Restaurant Lahore.

(3). 2017- Solo Show “Semblance of Ecstasy”, Museum of Hebei Normal University Shjuazuang, China. (International Show) 

(4). 2017 – Solo Show “ Aura of Bliss” Nukta Studios, Islamabad.

(5). 2017- Solo Show “Blossoms” Multan Arts Council, Multan.

(6). 2016- Solo Show of Paintings “Charisma of Nature”, Spice Bazar, Lahore.

(7). 2014- Solo Show of Paintings “Alluring Ambiance”, Hmail Art Gallery, Lahore.

(8). 2012- Solo Show of Relief Work “Historical Importance of PMA Abbotabad” in Fiber Glass at PMA Abbotabad

(9). 2007- Paintings Display in Gymkhana Club Lahore.


(10). 1995- Solo Show “Beauty of Nature” at Avari Hotel Lahore.

SELECTED GROUP SHOWS

Srl. No.	Date	Location	Organizer
1	2020	Canvas and Colleague	Online
2	2020	Faculty Exhibition	Annamolka Gallery
3	2019	Faculty Exhibition at NUQ Gallery LCWU	NHQ Gallery LCWU
4	2019	33rd Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2018 by Artists Association of Punjab.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
5	2018	32nd Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2018 by Artists Association of Punjab.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
6	2017	31st Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2017 by Artists Association of Punjab.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
7	2017	International Calligraphy 2017 Show	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
8	2016	30th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2016 by Artists Association of Punjab.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
9	2016	Textile Exhibition in Expo Center	Expo Center, Lahore.

10

December 2015 Group Show

In the Remembrance of  Martyrs Peshawar Attack December 2014

LCWU

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2015

29th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2015 by Artists Association of Punjab.

Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore

12	March 2015 Group Show	Women Artists of Pakistan	National Art Galleries Islamabad
13	May 2015 Group Show	Massacre of Innocence	National Art Galleries Islamabad
14	June 2015	Participated in painting Exhibition entitled “Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A) The Humanity Inspiration” on 19th June 2015.	Alhamra Art Council
15	Feb 2015 Group Show	Participated in Group Show entitled “Sufi Carnival” on Feb  2015.	Alhamra Art Council

16	14th August 2014	“Me hun Pakistan” NHQ Gallery Hahore College for Women University Lahore	Institute of Visual Arts and Design, LCWU
17	27th June 2014	“International Art Exhibition Drawing Through Charcoal”	Institute of Visual Arts and Design, LCWU
18	25th June 2014	“Hazrat Imam Hussain (A.S) The Humanities Inspiration”	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
19	July 2014	Artists Residency “Passion for Freedom” NHQ Gallery Lahore College for Women University Lahore	Institute of Visual Arts and Design, LCWU
20	16th-18th December 2013	“Textile Collection”	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore & Milestone Foundation
21	March, 2014	“Women Artists” at Heritage Gallery Lahore	Punjab Arts Council Lahore
22	2014 March	28th  Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2014 by Artists Association of Punjab.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
23	2013	Group Show, Souch Rang II  Inter-University Faculty Art Exhibition at Expression Art Gallery Lahore, 2013	Bahaud din Zakariya University
24	2013	Group Show, Souch Rang1st Inter-University Faculty Art Exhibition at Multan College of Arts, Bahaud din Zakariya University, 7th June, 2013	Bahaud din Zakariya University
25	2013	27th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2013 by Artists Association of Punjab.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
27	2013	Group exhibition entitled “2-D Performances” at the NHQ Gallery, Institute of Design and Visual Arts, Lahore College for Women University Lahore. March, 2013.	NHQ Gallery LCWU
28	2012	26th Annual Exhibition of Paintings organized by “Artist’s Association of Punjab”, at Alhamra Art Gallery, Lahore February, 2012.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
29	2012	Annual Exhibition of Paintings organized by “Artist’s Association of Punjab”, at Alhamra Art Gallery, Lahore 2012.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
30	2012	Group Show at Nasim Hafiz Qazi (NHQ) Gallery LCWU, on the celebration of 90th anniversary of LCWU.	Institute of Design and Visual Arts LCWU
31	2011	25th Annual Exhibition of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts 2011 by Artists Association of Punjab.	Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore
32	2009	Group Show in Faisalabad Club, 2009.	Faisalabad Club
33	2005	Group Show in Alhamra Arts of Council Lahore, Organized by World Tourism Day Fair.	“TDCP World Tourism Day Fair” held at Lahore, Pakistan. at  (Alhamra Cultural Complex Gadhafi Stadium Lahore)
34	2004	Painting Display in Alhamra Arts of Council Lahore, Organized by Fine Arts Department, Lahore College for Women University Lahore 2004.	Institute of Design and Visual Arts LCWU
35	1996	Paintings Display in the Lahore Arts Council, Annual Exhibition 1996, at Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore	The Lahore Arts Council
36	1995	Paintings Display in Young Artist Exhibition 1995 at Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore	The Lahore Arts Council
37	1994	Painting Display in Young Artist Exhibition 1994 at Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore	The Lahore Arts Council
38	1994	Group Show at Alhamra Art Gallery Lahore, 1994.	The Lahore Arts Council
39	1994	Participation in Poster Competition “Save Pakistan’s Environment”	Engineering Varsity Lahore
40	Dec, 1995	Young Artist Group Show and Painting Competition	Jang (News Paper) Agha Khan Road Lahore
41	August, 1995	Young Artist Group Show and Painting Competition	Jang (News Paper) Agha Khan Road Lahore
42	November, 1994	Young Artist Group Show and Painting Competition	Jang (News Paper) Agha Khan Road Lahore
43	1990	Painting Exhibition and Art Competition in the Department of Fine Arts,  F.G. College for Women Wah  Cantt	F.G. College for Women Wah  Cantt
44	1990	Painting Exhibition and Art Competition in the Department of Fine Arts, Federal Govt. College for Women, F-7/2 Islamabad	Federal Govt. College for Women, F-7/2 Islamabad
45	1990	Painting Exhibition in Fine arts Department  Queen Mary College Lahore	Queen Mary College Lahore
46	1989	Painting Exhibition in Fine arts Department  Queen Mary College Lahore	Queen Mary College Lahore
47	1989	Painting Exhibition and Art Competition Fine Arts, Federal Govt. College for Women, F-7/2 Islamabad.	Federal Govt. College for Women, F-7/2 Islamabad
48	1986	Art Exhibition in Convent Jesses & Marry Lahore	The Sports and Cultural Activities Committee Lahore
49	1983	Art Exhibition in Convent Jesses & Marry Lahore	The Sports and Cultural Activities Committee Lahore
50	1982	Punjab Arts Council Lahore	Punjab Arts Council Lahore
51	1981	Art Exhibition in Convent Jesses & Marry Lahore	The Sports and Cultural Activities Committee Lahore

 

Art Projects

 

1. Relief Panel of “Bacha Khan” size 5 feet by 4 feet for the Government of KPK, Pakistan 2013.
2. Fiber Glass Relief Panel of “The life of Budha”, in  the Institute of Design and Visual Arts, LCWU, 2005.
3. Miniature painting Panel in the Institute of Design and Visual Arts LCWU, 2005.
4. Valuable contribution and services in “Flora Festival 1995” arranged by the Punjab Government.
5. Presenting valuable services in “National Horse and Cattle Show 1994 Canal Mela” by Government of Pakistan.
6. “Freedom Festival 1994 Organized by district Administration Lahore” valuable contribution and services rendered for arranging the Independence Day Celebration.

 

 

RESEARCH SUPERVISION

• Supervising Dissertation of Ph.D. Scholar
. Supervised research thesis of 22 MS Scholars of Fine Arts- Art history and Studio Practice.
• Research Work of Three PhD Scholars and Five Mphil students are under process

 

Professional Diplomas

Professional Diploma Textile Design (one year) –2015-16-Punjab University

Professional Post Graduate Diploma Interior Design (one year) 2016 Punjab University

Diploma in Calligraphy 2017 LCWU

 

EXTERNAL EXAMINER AND PAPER SETTER

• Paper Setter Punjab Public Service Commission (from 2015 to till date)

Paper Setter and External Examiner - College of Art and Design Punjab University MFA / MA from 2002 to till date.

• Paper Setter and Examiner in Lahore Board from 2002 to 2007

• Paper setter and Examiner in Gujranwala Board from 1999 to 2002.

MEMBER OF ACADEMIC AND LEARNED COMMITTEES

 

•           Convener of the Board of Studies Department of Fine Arts University of the Punjab

•           Convener of Departmental Doctoral Board (DDPC) Department of Fine Arts 

            University of the Punjab

•           Convener of GRE Committee Department of Fine Arts University of the Punjab

•           Member of GAT/GRE Committee Research Center College of Art & Design 

            University of the Punjab.

•           Member of Doctoral Departmental Board Research Center College of Art & Design

            University of the Punjab.

•           Member of Faculty Board Deans Committee Faculty of Arts and Humanities 

            University of the Punjab.

•           Member of the Senate University of the Punjab.

•           Member of the Academic Council University of the Punjab

•           Member of Doctoral Board UPCAD University of the Punjab.

•           Member of the Board of Studies College of Art & Design University of the Punjab.

•           Member of Board of Studies Research Center Art & Design, Lahore College for 

            Women University Lahore.

•           Member of Board of Studies Institute of Art and Culture Raiwind Road Lahore. 

•           Member of the Board of Studies University of Education Lahore.

•           Member of Selection Board Punjab Public Service Commission Lahore.

•           Member of the selection Board Pakistan institute of Fashion Design.

•           Member of the Board of Studies Research Center Art and Design Institute of Design

            and Visual Arts LCWU.

•           Former convener of the Board of Studies Interior Design Department Institute of 

            Design and Visual Arts LCWU.

•           Former convener of the Board of Studies Textile Design Department Institute of 

            Design and Visual Arts LCWU.

•           Former Member of the Selection Board Punjab University

•           Member of selection committee Punjab Public Service Commission Lahore 2011 to 

            date

•           Member of Artist Association Pakistan from 2007 to till date

•           Member of THAP, 43-G, Gulberg-III, Lahore.

•           Member of the Museum Association of Pakistan ICOM.