Description

Shahzadi Ayesha is a Lahore-based multidisciplinary visual artist and researcher whose practice blends traditional craft with contemporary expression. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Fine Arts at Lahore College for Women University, she holds an MFA and an MA in Painting from the College of Art and Design, University of the Punjab, along with a Master’s degree in English Literature from the University of Lahore. Ayesha is known for her intricate cross-stitch embroidery that explores themes of trauma, resilience, and cultural memory. In her recent series, Life Amidst the Chaos, she reflects on the lived realities of Palestinians—capturing the endurance of displaced communities and the silent strength of survival. Her work has gained national recognition; in 2023, she received the Best Artwork Award and was listed among the Top 10 artists at the 19th Alhamra Young Artists’ Exhibition—Arriving. She has exhibited nationally, and she was a selected artist in the fifth edition of Stars of Tomorrow, a global platform highlighting emerging artists worldwide.