Umar is a jewelry artist and an academic based in Pakistan. With an undergraduate degree from the National College of Arts and a master’s degree in Contemporary Art for Educators (MCAE) from the University of Sydney, Australia, he completed his MPhil in Art and Design Education from the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design, Lahore. Currently he is serving the Gems and Jewelry Design Department, Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design, Lahore, as an assistant professor and course coordinator.
Umar’s artworks represent the culmination of his unwavering passion for jewelry, shaped by years of dedication to the craft. Each ring in this collection challenges the conventions of traditional jewelry-making by using only reclaimed wood, mother of pearl, and lapis lazuli—materials that evoke the timeless beauty of nature. By reinterpreting these organic elements, he aims to bridge the gap between past practices rooted in sustainability and the modern-day demand for industrialized processes. These rings embody a deep respect for craftsmanship, encouraging a dialogue about how returning to artisanal, sustainable methods can inspire a renewed connection between humans and the natural world.
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