Echoes of the Past: Imprints of Identity

Saddam Khan Murad

for the new  Vasl Artists’ Association space

September 15 – September 30, 2024

Saddam Khan Murad

My artistic journey is deeply rooted in memories of signboard painting and the craft of artists who left lasting impressions on walls during their creative process. Inspired by the layers of my upbringing in the Swat Valley, I pay tribute to its socio-political and historical fabric through my work. The archaeological treasures of the Gandhara civilization within the valley are central to my artistic narrative, blending past, present, and envisioned future.

Using gauze to imprint impressions on canvas, I aim to evoke the sensation of unraveling history, capturing the transformation from ancient origins to modern urban identity.

About Saddam

Saddam Khan Murad was born and raised in Swat. He joined the National College of Arts in 2013, where he majored in Painting, and graduated from the Fine Arts department in January 2017. Since then, he has been working as a professional artist based in Lahore.Saddam has participated in numerous group shows, including “Department Store” at Sanat, “After Next” at O Art Space, “Co Figuration” at Tazara Gallery, “Super Duper Perspective” at Koel Gallery, “Portrait at the Age of Selfie” at COMO Museum, and the “July E Show” at PAF. He also participated in the Islamabad Art Festival and held a solo show titled “Dyed in the Wool” at Sanat.