Collection: Waseem Abbas

I am a visual artist from Parachinar, Pakistan, currently based in Lahore. I graduated from the National College of Arts, Lahore, in January 2025, with a major in Painting. Since completing my degree, I have been actively participating in Pakistan’s emerging art scene, exhibiting in group shows at Numaish Gah, Alhamra Arts Council, O Art Space, Ocean Art Galleries, Mainframe Gallery, VM Art Gallery and The Reservoir Art Gallery.

My work is deeply rooted in the experiences of my hometown, Parachinar, and the wider Pashtun community. Through painting, I reflect on themes of conflict, violence, memory, and resilience, exploring how these realities shape society, culture, and personal identity.

Using bold colours, expressive forms, and emotionally charged compositions, I aim to create works that evoke a direct and visceral response. My practice is an attempt to give visual form to lived experiences, collective struggle, and the silent narratives carried by my community.