Meet the Artist

Artist Statement

 

Zunaira's artistic journey is deeply shaped by her cultural heritage, architectural background, and passion for storytelling. Rooted in Pakistan, her work explores the intersection of art, architecture, and symbolism, encompassing themes that are cultural, spiritual, poetic, and nature-inspired. She views art as a means of spiritual connection to nature and a medium for expressing universal emotions and ideas.

Through her practice and ZDot Design Studio, she integrates creativity with community by organizing inclusive workshops and events encouraging self-expression. As a member of the Fine Arts Society of Milton and an instructor at the First Ontario Arts Centre Milton, she actively contributes her passion through exhibitions and art initiatives across the GTA.

In 2024, Zunaira founded The Artist Cube, a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to providing Muslim artists with a platform to celebrate their heritage and unique identities.

Committed to creating meaningful art, Zunaira aims to inspire, uplift, connect, and foster inclusivity, using her art as a bridge to unite diverse communities through the language of art.

Artist Bio

Zunaira is a multidisciplinary architect and artist from Pakistan. After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture, she worked on prestigious projects as a passionate architect. Upon moving to Canada, she completed her architectural certification at Ryerson University. She later founded ZDot Design Studio to pursue her love for art and joined FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton as an art instructor. Zunaira strives to create meaningful art that inspires and fosters inclusivity, using her paint events to encourage self-expression and celebrate individuality.