Art & Design Pro
About me
Explore my creative journey of over two decades, encompassing art direction, graphic design, and illustration. With a versatile portfolio spanning journalism, e-learning, advertising, and art and design education, I bring proficiency to various domains. Experience my work in crafting engaging campaigns featured in respected publications. My strategic approach aligns with industry trends, delivering exceptional results. Beyond the canvas, I excel in mentoring teams, managing projects, and engaging with clients, making me well-suited to contribute effectively to any organization's goals.
Welcome to my showcase!
Watercolor paintings
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Digital art
Sharjah Quran Academy: Visyon
Client: VISYON
NEED
A visualization for the pitch of designing the interios of Sharjah Quran Academy using AR/VR tech.
SOLUTION
I visualized, designed and illustrated this beautiful set up keeping in mind the brief from VISYON about the Quranic references to astrology, navigation etc. I also kept in mind the cultural preferences about color choices and other sensibilities of UAE.
Dubai Police Gitex 2019: Visyon
Client: VISYON
NEED
VISYON sought to offer a creative solution to enhance Dubai Police's Gitex 2019 presentation on their operations in extreme weather conditions. Their proposal involved a mixed reality broadcast to elevate the presentation's impact.
SOLUTION
To bring their vision to life, I conjured a mesmerizing visualization of the mixed reality broadcast on stage. Through a spellbinding visual storyboard, various segments of the presentation could be illustrated, depicting different scenarios of rainfall, dust storms, and more.
Lürzer's Archive Featured Campaign
Client: Humanitarian Campaign
NEED
To make a campaign about the universality of pain.
SOLUTION
Whoop whoop! Our public interest campaign caught the eye of the big shots at Leurzer's Archive, the holy grail of the advertising world! They saw the potential for the design and copy to be a real game-changer.
Being showcased in this bible of ads is a serious badge of honor.
Comics STorytelling
CLIENT: Comixense Magazine
NEED
Comixense has been on a mission to fill young minds with the love of reading and storytelling. To achieve that, they have been in need of a thrilling collection of comic stories that will take young readers on a journey of cultures, communities, and regions. By doing this, they hope to wave goodbye to xenophobia and hatred and teach our young readers the power of empathy and understanding.
SOLUTION
As a regular creator contributor for this amazing publication, I've been able to share my unique perspective of the world with young readers. And the cherry on top? Our super-cool editor is none other than India's first graphic novelist, Orijit Sen!
EditoRial cartoons & Art direction
CLIENT: Daily Greater Kashmir
MISSION: This paper wanted to jazz up its Sunday supplement and add some satirical pizzazz to its front page.
OUTCOME: As the first-ever Politico-editorial cartoonist, I brought my A-game and created not one but TWO cartoons every day, one small enough to fit in your pocket, and another that stretched across three columns. My cartoons quickly became the talk of the town, and readers couldn't wait to see what hilarious mischief I'd get into next.
That wasn't enough for me though. I was hungry for more creativity! So, I stepped into the role of Art Director for their weekly supplement, whipping up covers that were hotter than hotcakes and made readers stop in their tracks.
My designs were praised left and right, and folks couldn't wait to dive into the pages and see what other visual delights I had in store.
Illustration Design
CLIENT: ECPMF (European Centre for Press and Media Freedom)
NEED
Designing for ECPMF's "Report It" Project
ECPMF tasked me with creating a high-quality design for their "Report It" project, which aims to address the weighty topics of sexual harassment, racism, and violence against journalists in the European Union.
SOLUTION
Illustrating for Impact
With the use of captivating illustrations, we were able to transform complicated ideas into visually appealing graphics. This made it simpler to disseminate the message effectively to a wider audience.
E-Learning Design
Client: Kaplan Inc.
NEED
To make the E learning content visually appealing and pedagogically palatable for a wider audience ranging from K 12 students to professionals.
SOLUTION
I worked for Kaplan as a seniormost creative person for nearly a decade. And during that time, I creative directed all the visual content in their E-Learning courseware.
Logos
Clientele: Varied Enterprises
NEED
Establishing an effective, strong visual brand identity.
SOLUTION
Branding design is like the delicious icing on a cake, and it all starts with the logo! Crafting the perfect logo is like a thrilling roller coaster ride - it's tough but oh-so-fun! I've had the pleasure of whipping up some amazing logos for my clients, and seeing their brand identities come alive on paper, web, and TV is like a sweet victory dance.
Branding, Graphics & Illustrations
Client: CHAIJAAI
NEED
Revamp product identity due to lighting and coherence issues.
SOLUTION
Illustrations! I created eye-catching illustrations, solving problems and making products distinctive. Versatile and cost-effective, these illustrations propelled the client's success!
Business Illustration
Client: LE DELICE
NEED
To create a unifying, simple but powerful visual that somehow connects Kashmir with France.
SOLUTION
I solved this need by illustrating some of the prominent French and Kashmiri landmarks, in a simple line drawing style. It's a sweet ode to the cultural connection between France and Kashmir, brought to life through heavenly French pastries baked right there in Kashmir!
Press
As a Creative Director, my journey is a humble exploration of imagination and impact. This portfolio reflects shared endeavors, collective visions, and the belief that every project contributes to a larger narrative. Let's continue to explore the art of connection and the stories yet to be told.
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