Collection: Ali Sajid

Ali Sajid holds a Master’s degree in Painting, complemented by advanced courses in painting and sketching from Singapore and Tokyo, Japan. His diverse career spans roles such as Creative Director in Singapore, Urban Sketcher in Tokyo, and Assistant Professor at the City University of Science & Information Technology in Peshawar. Ali has showcased his work on a global stage, exhibiting in Tokyo, India, Italy, Dubai, Canada, Hong Kong, Albania, and across Pakistan.

His artistic achievements have earned him numerous international awards, including the Daniel Smith Award at Fabriano, Italy (2016), first place at the International Watercolor Festival in Dubai, UAE (2017), and the Landscape Artist Award in Albania. He also received the Global Association of Watercolor Artists Award in Canada (2018). Nationally, Ali was honored with the "Living Human Treasure Award" and the "National Heroes of Peshawar" award by the government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. His contributions extend to curating international and national art shows, and he has served as a juror for prestigious competitions such as the IWS Arab Nation Contest, IWS Turkey Watercolor Contest, and Pakistan's first International Watercolor Contest. His paintings are held in prominent collections, including UNESCO, UNHCR, the Fabriano Museum in Italy, the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi, and the Chief Minister’s House in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Artist Statement:

Within the confines of a square frame, I endeavor to construct a world of landscapes and cityscapes that celebrate the beauty and history of a city, reflecting the spirit of its time. Before I paint, I study the ruins, aiming to recreate their essence on paper. I do not merely capture the image as it appears; instead, I breathe life back into society through my brush and vibrant strokes. My goal is to develop paintings that resonate with both myself and others, speaking to the beauty that exists in our world.