Ajea Zahid | Feroza Hakeem | Khadija Saeed Akhtar | Shahid Hassan Boni | Suleman Faisal | Zafar Ali
Noor
16th January - 21st February 2025
Location
Pristine Contemporary
In Noor, South Asian artists come together to create a powerful dialogue through their paintings—a dialogue that is unbound by borders or nations. Just as Gulzar's words suggest that dreams and vision transcend physical limitations, so does the language of art. It is not confined to geography or culture; it speaks directly to the soul.
The exhibition illuminates the idea that art, like light, radiates universally. It has the power to connect us, no matter where we are from, and to communicate without the need for words. Through each brushstroke, the artists in Noor, invite you to see through their eyes, crossing lines of time, place, and identity. They remind us that creativity knows no boundaries and that in the silence between artist and viewer, a shared understanding can emerge.
Each artist in Noor brings a unique style, a distinct voice, and an individual statement. Together, these works reflect the rich diversity of South Asian expression, yet their themes are universally human. This collection captures the essence of emotions that know no borders—displacement, migration, individuality, hope, love, and faith. From the gentle tones of nostalgia and longing to the bold hues of resilience and transformation, the paintings offer a visual map of the human experience, crossing continents, histories, and personal stories.
In a world marked by shifting borders and identities, the works speak of both rootedness and movement—mirroring the artists’ own stories of displacement, migration, and the search for belonging. Yet, through all this, the paintings radiate a hopeful sense of light—faith in the future, the strength of individuality, and the enduring power of love.
Noor celebrates the myriad ways in which art can shine beyond its origins, embracing us all with its universal language—one that transcends barriers and invites every viewer to experience its beauty through the lens of the heart.
Featured Works
Devotee of the Divine path
24k Gold and Gouche on vasli
1.42 Ft x 2 Ft
(17 inches x 24 inches)
Between Sky and Earth
Acrylic on canvas
0.92 Ft x 1.25 Ft each
(11 inches x 15 inches each)
Encased Narratives
Plexiglass and resin
0.92 Ft x 0.75 Ft x 0.5 Ft
(11 inches x 9 inches x 6 inches)
Behind the mountain 1
Gouache and Irani ink on handmade paper
1.75 Ft x 2.23 Ft
(21 inches x 26.7 inches)
Place of birth
Gouache, Irani ink and Siya Qalam on handmade paper
1.75 Ft x 2.23 Ft
(21 inches x 26.7 inches)
Just stay alive
Gouache and Irani ink on handmade paper
2.23 Ft x 1.73 Ft
(26.7 inches x 20.7 inches)
Visible Boundaries
Plexiglass and resin
0.92 Ft x 0.75 Ft x 0.5 Ft
(11 inches x 9 inches x 6 inches)
Behind the mountain 2
Gouache and Irani ink on handmade paper
1.75 Ft x 2.23 Ft
(21 inches x 26.7 inches)
Box of Perception
Plexiglass and resin
0.92 Ft x 0.83 Ft x 0.5 Ft
(11 inches x 10 inches x 6 inches)
