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MEET OUR ARTISTS
Get to Know the The Minds and Stories Behind the Art
NARGIS NAQVI
Painter, Artist (mixed media & resin)
Nargis Naqvi is a self-taught artist whose work captures the profound emotions and complexities of women’s experiences through mixed media on canvas. Born in Ireland to Pakistani parents, raised in Riyadh, educated in the United States, and now residing in Canada, her diverse background deeply influences her art. Over decades of painting and exhibiting in Canada, she has embraced symbols like clay pots to represent life, growth, and imperfection. Through her vibrant and cultural portrayals, Nargis celebrates the resilience, strength, and beauty of women across the globe.
UROOJ ZEESHAN
Nature and Landscape Artist
Urooj is a self-taught artist based in Milton, Ontario, specializing in nature and landscape paintings inspired by the places she has visited, including the breathtaking mountain ranges of Murree, Pakistan. A mom of four and a pharmacy technician, Urooj balances her creative passion with her busy life, often participating in art shows across the Greater Toronto Area. As an emerging artist, she is eager to grow her craft and connect with her community, sharing her love for art and nature through her work.
ZUNAIRA MUFTI
Full Time Artist and Architectural Designer
Zunaira is a multidisciplinary architectural designer and artist based in Milton, Ontario. With a degree in Architecture from Indus Valley School of Arts and Architecture and a design certificate from Ryerson University, she channels her creativity through her studio, ZDot Design Studio. Zunaira’s art reflects her connection to nature, and she shares this passion through workshops, paint events, and art programs for kids across the GTA. Her architectural background enriches her artistic practice, allowing her to create with depth and versatility.
SHAMAILAH FAIZAN
Paintings and Calligraphy Artist
With a career spanning art, design, and staging, Shamailah has established herself as a leading creative force. As her Over 20 years of experience in art , she has gained recognition. Her award-winning paintings and calligraphy pieces are highly sought after by collectors and clients worldwide.
DR. NAFISA SAYED-MOTIWALA
Floral and Abstract Artist
Nafisa is a freelance visual artist, art historian, author, and educator based in Brampton with a doctorate degree in History of Art. She works in watercolour and acrylics but enjoys exploring othere mediums. Her works are primarily florals and abstract. She has exhibited globally in several group exhibitions in India, UAE, Qatar, the US, Canada, Lebanon, Brussels, Poland, Turkey, France, Singapore, Phillipines, and Ukraine.