Faculty

Thesis Supervisors


Afreen Siddiqui

Afreen Siddiqui is a visual communication designer and a theatre practitioner, who’s current active research is upon the early printing equipment and material in Pakistan, that is at a dying stage and is in danger of being lost. Her work spans academic, artistic and design worlds, with particular interest in history of typography and graphic design. A founding member and current secretary of the International Association of Printing Museums (IAPM), her recent projects include YELLOW, a positive community building program for women, and COVIDESIGN E- Talk Series, an international platform to connect the local art and design fraternity with international experts. She is currently working as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Art & Design, CUI.

Amna Hashmi

Amna Hashmi is a visual artist, specializing in the art of Miniature Painting. Focusing upon the linkages between Persian and Mughal illuminated manuscripts with Japanese manga, her work revolves around her primary interest of storytelling and the recording of historical events – exploring the role of myths and folklore, creation of magical and collective imaginary spaces, particularly in the context of modern digital spaces. Her current research focus is on the effects of technology upon the environment, and overwriting of indigenous narratives in the process. She is working as Assistant Professor in the Department of Art & Design, CUI

Meezan Ali Mir

Meezan Ali Mir is a multimedia artist with specialization in animation and photography, having been working in the Pakistani design and animation industry for more than 8 years. Having leant his skills to projects from big animation houses to smart startups to NGOs, he has experimented in architectural 3D visualization, animated short film production, mobile and PC based gaming industry and multiple campaigns. Currently he is serving the Department of Art & Design, CUI as an Assistant Professor, with the aim to give back to the younger generation.

Nazia Akram

Nazia Akram is teaching as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Art and Design, Comsats. She graduated with a BFA from IVSA and a MFA from Central St. Martins London (UAL) with a focus on Photography and Video Art. Nazia’s work centralizes around Sufi mysticism and the evolution of the soul, with several solo and group exhibitions in Geneva, London, and in Pakistan. Nazia has also made documentaries such as ‘Journey of the Soul,’ a personal exploration of the Sufi tradition of Islam in Pakistan, and ‘Sisters in Arms,’ an ISPR production focused on the empowerment of women who work within the Pakistani Armed Forces.

Xahra Hafeez

Xahra Hafeez is serving as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Art and Design and takes the role of Thesis Supervisor at the department. She graduated in Fine Arts from National College of Arts and gained her Masters in Design from University for the Creative Arts, London. Ms. Hafeez is also a Design practitioner and the Creative Director of Darsaaz; that promotes Sustainable living and specializes in product designs. Her research specializes in Modular systems and Sustainable designs using indigenous biodegradable materials. Her passion is to reframe the thinking of people into adopting a more sustainable lifestyle and save reserves for the future generations.

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