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Zaheer Chaudhry (ظہیر چودھری) is a visual artist and activist from Ajudhan (Pakpattan) in Punjab, Pakistan. He pursued formal education at the National College of Arts (NCA) in Lahore and Government College University (GCU).[1][2][3][4]

ظہیر چودھری
Born7th June 1979
Pakpattan
CitizenshipPakistani
Alma materNational College of Arts Government College University, Lahore
OccupationArtist
Notable workListen to her, Living moments, Carbon, Tree line, Orco, Fly On The Wall, Five Travelers

Professional Career

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Zaheer has participated in many national and international art exhibitions. In 2023, he held a solo exhibition titled "Living Moments" in Gilgit and "Five Traveler" at Art Next Project Gallery in Lahore.[5][6] Recently, Zaheer exhibited his work "Fly On The Wall," a group show featuring international photographers at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), curated by Aasim Akhtar.[7] He also has a solo photography exhibition called "Listen To Her: Whispers of the Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan," which showcases the environmental issues facing that region.[8][9][10] Zaheer's work includes mixed media art, contemporary photography, travel storytelling, and art direction for TV, theatre, and film.[11][12][13]

Visual Activism

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His "Carbon" roadside exhibitions in Baluchistan, projects is supported by Balochistan Government highlighting environmental challenges like biodiversity loss and deforestation.[4] This roadshow is a art on the move where Zaheer Exhibit in all underserved school and in remote villages on the roadside to introduce them with art. His work includes over 100,000 travel stories and more than 500 photography exhibitions that highlight environmental issues and the beauty of Pakistan's landscapes.[14][15]

Teaching

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He teaches in Faculty of Multimedia Arts at NCA as a visiting faculty.[16]

Also see

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Pakistani Art

Visual Arts

Fine Arts

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ArtConnect

References

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  1. ^ "Zaheer Chaudhry | ArtConnect". www.artconnect.com. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  2. ^ "Zaheer Chaudhry". Saatchi Art. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  3. ^ "Gilgit Baltistan govt in collaboration with PNCA hosts photography exhibition – Waadi – Voice of Gilgit Baltistan Valleys". 2024-06-13. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  4. ^ a b by. "Artist Zaheer Chaudhry starts off roadside visual art exhibition in Balochistan's Sibi district". Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  5. ^ "The living Eden | Footloose | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  6. ^ Editor (2024-06-10). "PNCA inaugrates photography exhibition showcasing the fragile beauty of Gilgit-Baltistan". The Northern Post. Retrieved 2024-11-28. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  7. ^ "Jan 12, 2024 | Photography exhibition 'Fly on the Wall' showcased". Dawn Epaper. 2024-01-12. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  8. ^ Editor (2024-06-10). "PNCA inaugrates photography exhibition showcasing the fragile beauty of Gilgit-Baltistan". The Northern Post. Retrieved 2024-11-27. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  9. ^ "Photographic exhibition capturing beauty of Gilgit Baltistan opens at PNCA". 2024-06-10. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  10. ^ Correspondent, Our (2024-06-11). "Photography exhibit calls for environmental action". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2024-11-28. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  11. ^ "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  12. ^ "The living Eden | Footloose | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  13. ^ "Exhibition highlights environmental stewardship". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  14. ^ "Photographic Exhibition Capturing Beauty Of Gilgit Baltistan Opens At PNCA". UrduPoint. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  15. ^ "Zaheer Chaudhry | Untitled III – O Art Space". Retrieved 2024-12-01.
  16. ^ "Master of Multimedia Arts - National College of Arts (NCA)". www.nca.edu.pk. Retrieved 2024-11-28.