The Journal

Writing on contemporary Pakistani art.

Essays, interviews, criticism and field notes — published slowly, and meant to be kept.

Art Review · Art

Swaying Smoke & Sizzling Sounds - Featuring Naveed Majid

His artwork may not sit with every passing eye, but if you’re remotely sensitive, you’ll hear sounds, you’ll smell smoke, you’ll feel a hot flash, and you’ll absorb the overflowing energy for sure!

15 September 2026 · 2 min read

Art Review

Decades of Instability Expressed Through Camouflage - Featuring Noman Khan

Noman art is a silent, camouflaged cry to beg your attention to the most precious land within Pakistan. His work is only a hint of the beauty that remains under a smoke screen throughout Balochistan. All his artworks are available through Numaaish.

15 September 2026 · 1 min read

Art Review

Brought To You by Amina Jameel

Her paintings reflect her subtle presence, only hinting, mostly lurking, keeping more for herself but somehow still managing to capture your attention. She is selective, intentional, and curious in her practice.

15 September 2026 · 2 min read

Art Review

Layers, Silences, and Maryam Jahanzeb Baig

What once stood as the symbol of power is now controlled by a passerby’s intrusive thoughts and a weapon of microscopic destruction

13 September 2026 · 2 min read