Adeel uz Zafar (b.1975, Karachi, Pakistan) is an accomplished artist, illustrator, and author, that employs his insight as a children’s book illustrator to his practice—creating works where childlike imagery is granted a heaviness. The subject of his work, frequently children’s toys wrapped in bandages, raises questions about identity and the delusion of individuality. Identity concealed, the monstrous subjects of his works are placed in front of pitch-black backdrops, creating a striking visual impact. Uz Zafar’s meticulous attention to detail becomes even more impressive in the wake of the sheer size of his works.
Uz Zafar completed his BFA degree at the prestigious National College of Arts, Lahore, in 1998. The artist has exhibited his work extensively within the country as well as internationally, exhibiting at several fairs including At Basel Hong Kong. Uz Zafar recently held his solo exhibition, Triad, at Aicon Contemporary in spring 2024.
Uz Zafar lives and works in Karachi, Pakistan.