Hafsa Ahmed
BIO
Hafsa Ahmed, a textile artist from Milton, Ontario, crafts exquisite and sophisticated styles that exude luxury and elegance. Her work is a harmonious blend of botanical motifs, natural dyes, intricate embroidery, and innovative fabric manipulation techniques. Through her artistry, Hafsa creates timeless textiles that captivates a sense of beauty and serenity. Each piece is a testament to her passion for design and dedication to creating art that transcends trends and stands the test of time.
CAPSTONE PROJECT
RESHAM
Resham is a three-piece ensemble featuring a tunic, skirt and a shawl that captures the essence of Pakistani clothing known as the shalwar kameez. In Urdu (the native language of Pakistan) silk is known as Resham.
My capstone is inspired by the enriched cultural tapestry of my homeland while taking a different approach to the craft and creation of garments. Unlike traditional shalwar kameez, I seamlessly fused traditional aesthetics with contemporary design by applying intricate techniques, such as block printing, eco printing, silk painting and embellishing on silks. Drawing inspiration from the diverse flora of Pakistan, I incorporated botanical elements into my work.
FEATURED Work
Title: Resham
Dimensions: 18 x 52 in.
Year: 2024
Materials: Natural dyes, silk painting, eco-printing, gutta resist
Title: Resham
Dimensions: 18 x 52 in.
Year: 2024
Materials: Natural dyes, silk painting, eco-printing, gutta resist
Title: Resham
Dimensions: 18 x 52 in.
Year: 2024
Materials: Natural dyes, silk painting, eco-printing, gutta resist
Title: Resham
Dimensions: 18 x 52 in.
Year: 2024
Materials: Natural dyes, silk painting, eco-printing, gutta resist
Title: Resham
Dimensions: 18 x 52 in.
Year: 2024
Materials: Natural dyes, silk painting, eco-printing, gutta resist