About PakistaniArt
An art publication and online magazine covering art, film, music, fashion, architecture, people, and design from Pakistan to world-wide.
PakistaniArt is an art publication and online magazine dedicated to Pakistani art and cultural life. We publish reviews, features, interviews, profiles, and news covering art, film, music, fashion, architecture, and design. Our coverage includes Pakistani artists and creative people working in Pakistan and internationally, including large diaspora communities in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and the Gulf states.
How we started
PakistaniArt was founded in October 2020 by Awais Shaukat, a painter and student at the National College of Arts in Lahore. He started the publication because Pakistani artists had very little presence in English-language media. Coverage of Pakistani art was scattered, appeared mostly in Urdu-language press or academic writing, and rarely reached a wider audience.
The publication began as a curated Instagram community for Pakistani digital artists and illustrators. Over the following years it expanded to cover painting, photography, film, music, fashion, and architecture, growing into a full editorial platform. The complete magazine launched in 2026.
What we cover
We cover the full range of Pakistani art and creative culture. This includes visual art and gallery exhibitions, photography and lens-based work, film and television, music spanning classical and folk traditions as well as contemporary independent music, fashion and textile craft, architecture, and graphic and product design. We also write about Pakistani creative people working internationally and the growing global interest in Pakistani art.
How we write
We publish honest reviews, considered profiles, and critical commentary. We do not rewrite press releases or produce promotional content. When we cover an exhibition or a body of work, we say something about it. Our criticism applies the same standards to work being shown in Lahore that any serious publication would apply to work shown anywhere else in the world, while understanding the specific conditions in which Pakistani artists work.
Recognition
In 2024, PakistaniArt was nominated for Startup of the Year at the Global Startup Awards (Central Asia region), recognising the publication's contribution to independent cultural publishing in Pakistan.
Editorial independence
PakistaniArt operates independently. We are not funded by any government body, political party, or commercial sponsor. Editorial decisions are made solely by the editorial team. Advertising revenue does not influence coverage. Any sponsored content is clearly labelled and separate from editorial content.
Corrections
We are committed to accuracy. If you believe an article contains a factual error, contact us at editorial@pakistaniart.pk with the article URL and the correction. Verified corrections are made promptly and noted at the end of the article.
Get in touch
To pitch a story or article, write to editorial@pakistaniart.pk.
To submit artwork, artist profiles, or exhibition details for coverage, write to submit@pakistaniart.pk.
For general enquiries, write to info@pakistaniart.pk.
For a full list of contact details, visit our contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PakistaniArt?
PakistaniArt is an art publication and online magazine covering Pakistani art and creative life. We publish reviews, features, interviews, artist profiles, and news about visual art, film, music, fashion, architecture, and design from Pakistan and the Pakistani diaspora.
Who founded PakistaniArt?
PakistaniArt was founded in October 2020 by Awais Shaukat, a painter and student at the National College of Arts in Lahore. The publication began as a curated Instagram community for Pakistani digital artists who had very little visibility in English-language media, and grew into a full editorial platform launching in 2026.
What kind of content do you publish?
We publish features, interviews, reviews, artist profiles, and news. Our coverage spans visual art, photography, film and television, music, fashion, architecture, and design. We cover Pakistani artists and creative people working in Pakistan and internationally.
Do you only cover Pakistan, or international art too?
Pakistani creativity is at the heart of everything we do. We cover Pakistani artists working internationally, diaspora communities in the UK, USA, Canada, and the Gulf, and international events where Pakistani representation is significant.
Who reads PakistaniArt?
Our readers include working artists, art students, gallery professionals, curators, collectors, critics, journalists, academics, and general readers with a genuine interest in Pakistani creative life. We are read in Pakistan and by Pakistani communities worldwide.
How can I pitch a story or article?
We welcome pitches from writers, artists, architects, filmmakers, designers, musicians, and cultural critics. Send a short outline of your idea and links to previous writing to editorial@pakistaniart.pk. We respond to all pitches within two weeks.
Do you cover emerging artists or only established names?
Both, and we give the same care to each. Covering emerging talent is one of the things we value most. If you are a creative person looking to be featured, reach out through our contact page or write to submit@pakistaniart.pk.
Can I advertise or partner with PakistaniArt?
Yes. We work with cultural institutions, galleries, festivals, brands, and organisations whose values align with ours. For advertising and partnership enquiries, write to ads@pakistaniart.pk.
Is PakistaniArt free to read?
Yes, all editorial content is free to read. We also offer a newsletter that delivers our best stories directly to your inbox.
How can I submit my artwork or project for coverage?
Send a brief about your work, high-resolution images or a link to your project, and a short bio to submit@pakistaniart.pk. We review all submissions and get back to you if it is a good fit.
How can I report an error or inaccuracy?
We take accuracy seriously. If you spot an error, write to editorial@pakistaniart.pk with the article link and the correction. We review and address all corrections promptly.
How do I contact the Editor in Chief?
You can reach founder and Editor in Chief Awais Shaukat directly at awais@pakistaniart.pk.