Mariam Dawood
School of Visual Arts & Design

Department of Fine Arts

BFA
Visual
Arts
Mariam Dawood
School of Visual Arts & Design

Risham Syed

Head of Department
Associate Professor
Department of Fine Arts

Ayaz Jokhio

Thesis Supervisor
Assistant Professor
Department of Fine Arts

Aroosa Naz Rana

Thesis Supervisor
Assistant Professor
Department of Fine Arts
Message from the Head of Department,

Visual
Arts

The Visual Arts Department here at the Mariam Dawood School of Visual Arts and Design, proudly presents ten theses by the 14th batch of graduating class. This year has been a testing time for all, but more so for this group. Whilst almost at the conclusion of their projects they were abruptly faced with the challenge of quickly responding to the reality of the time. They rose to the occasion and proved themselves adept at problem solving.

This graduating class is a very diverse group of individuals with distinct, particular ideas and expressions. The works present deep philosophical engagement with material and technology. We see a keen interest in delving into and uncovering the layers of societal norms, identity and worldviews. We also see an engagement with pertinent questions of history and interpretation. The works take very diverse creative approaches, yet we find them deeply grounded in the reality of times we are living in. Like all creative people, they constantly challenged themselves, overcoming hurdles; sometimes dwelling over their strategies. resulting in highs and lows. They were excited by their own discoveries and sometimes dissuaded by obstacles. This group has come a long way, and we wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors. We are confident that these bright minds will steer new roads as contemporary cultural practitioners.

Risham Syed
HoD
Department of Fine Arts