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.