“Society also plays a role by responding to an artist’s work, and their reaction — whether positive or negative, influences the artists’ decision to make more of such work or not.” Shameen Arshad interviews Shanzay Subzwari.
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“The responsibility of the artist definitely increases when creating public art. It puts upon them the burden of decency and simplicity.” Shameen Arshad interviews Atif Khan.
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“Her practice is about exploring herself, and she uses numerous tools to weave her narratives.” Shameen Arshad interviews artist Alia Bilgrami.
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“Most of my work thus appears to be a monologue situated in an apparent state of silence that is both comforting and threatening.” Shameen Arshad talks to Madyha Leghari about reflection, contradiction and art school.
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“Zahid Mayo. Some painter in Lahore, a name I’d heard 6 years ago from an old friend in another lifetime…” Haseeb Ali Chishti talks to Zahid Mayo about art, humour and life.
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“Acceptance is now being practiced beyond the student circle, [it]…has now been extended to another group — the transgender.” Shameen Arshad looks at an innovative program from an art school for transgender people in Lahore.
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“The uncertainty that comes with willingly choosing a non-linear and unconventional career path requires that you take responsibility for your passion.” Shameen Arshad interviews spotlight artist Nayha Jehangir Khan.
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Spotlight Artist Irfan Hasan speaks to The Missing Slate about his process, influences and his work in this special feature.
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