Who is Who? – I

As a visual artist working with ceramic tiles, Hafsa’s work revolves around the idea of power dynamics in both the traditional and contemporary worlds. Her work is a narration of politics, which has traveled from kingdoms and dynasties to countries and societies. In her work, she has observed those immanent hierarchies, especially in today’s time regarding domestic politics.

Coming from her own experiences, her imagery has a hint of dark humor that shows the raw and sometimes traumatic effects of growing up within a large, often contentious family. In her art practice, her mediums, color palette, and loaded imagery are mostly inspired by Persian manuscripts. Inspired by the Mughal era, her art questions the purity and sanctity of this culture and society.