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Saadia Shahid — Karachi

Saadia Shahid

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Karachi, PK

My name is Saadia Shahid and I have working as a freelance artist in Karachi for more than 11 years I have explored the portrait as both a mirror and a mystery — a way of seeing beyond the visible. My work fuses the precision of realism with the emotional resonance of abstraction, using oil, acrylic, watercolor, and mixed media to create layered, textured narratives. Each portrait seeks to reveal not only the physical presence of the subject but also the unspoken inner world they inhabit. By distorting, softening, or fragmenting certain elements, I invite viewers to question what is seen, what is hidden, and how identity is continually shaped by memory, emotion, and perception.
OilWatercolorAcrylicMixed MediaAbstractRealism

The artist

’m a visual artist based in Karachi for the past 15 years I have been exhibiting my work at different art galleries in Karachi. I have also been curated shows too and as an artist I don’t want do a single medium work. The world is very diverse so, why can’t artist’s work have diversity? We are the thinkers, poets, writers, artists, musicians, photographers and singers we can be anyone and anything. Creativity gives us the freedom to create and execute the imaginative ideas. It doesn’t matter if it huge monumental size or miniature on rice grain. Going wherever the creative mind takes us we go.

Inside the studio

Where the work happens

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Originals

How Saadia Shahid works

As a visual artist with extensive experience in oil, watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media mediums, I am dedicated to producing work that is both technically proficient and emotionally evocative. My artistic journey has been characterized by a deep exploration of color, texture, and form, and I am constantly seeking new ways to challenge myself and push the boundaries of my craft. Throughout my career, I have exhibited my work in a variety of venues, from local galleries to international art fairs. Each new opportunity to showcase my art is a chance to connect with audiences and share my unique perspective on the world. Whether working in a representational or abstract style, I strive to create art that is authentic, meaningful, and imbued with a sense of wonder and beauty. My hope is that each piece I create will inspire others to see the world in a new way, and to embrace the transformative power of art.

One hand, one piece

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Tell us what you're imagining — subject, size, palette, where it will hang. Saadia Shahiddevelops a concept, shares a work-in-progress photo, and only ships once you've approved the finished piece. Every bespoke arrives with a Certificate of Authenticity.

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$1,200
Timeline
4–8 weeks
Milestones
Concept · WIP · Final
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