Mehreen Hasan | Chalkiada Waters, Greece

Mehreen Hasan is a multidisciplinary artist specialising in painting, working primarily with acrylics, thread, and fabric. She earned her MFA from Pakistan and Contemporary Painting Techniques specialisation from the University of Arts London (UCLA), where she developed a distinctive style that merges traditional techniques with contemporary textures and materials.

Mehreen’s work has been exhibited across five continents—including Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and North America—reflecting her global perspective and diverse influences. Notably, her painting Chalkiada Waters-Greece was on display at the Legislative Assembly of Toronto from January 2023 to 2024, marking a significant milestone in her career.

Her art is deeply personal, representing her life journey, experiences, and the many people and places that have shaped her. Drawing inspiration from her surroundings, cultural encounters, and personal memories, Mehreen transforms everyday experiences into vibrant visual narratives that explore identity, movement, and memory.

Through her innovative use of thread and fabric alongside acrylic paint, she creates layered compositions that invite viewers to engage with texture, colour, and emotion. Mehreen Hasan continues to explore the intersections of material, form, and storytelling, offering work that resonates on both intimate and universal levels, connecting audiences with the shared threads of human experience.  

Chalkiada Waters is inspired by the dynamic currents of the Chalkiada River, captured directly on site. The painting reflects the movement and energy of the water, with boats gently integrated into the composition. Vertical and horizontal lines interact across the canvas, echoing the natural flow and rhythm of the currents. Through careful observation, the work conveys both the power and tranquillity of the river, celebrating the subtle patterns and phenomena created by its movement. Chalkiada Waters invites viewers to experience the ever-changing dialogue between water, light, and environment, translating a fleeting natural moment into a lasting visual impression.