Ruheena Malik
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Ruheena Malik | |
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| Born | Ruheena Malik |
| Other names | Rubeena Malik |
| Education | Convent of Jesus and Mary, Karachi |
| Occupations | Calligrapher, Painter |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Children | 3 |
| Honours | Pride of Performance (2009) |
Ruheena Malik is a Pakistani calligrapher and artist known for her distinctive style that merges traditional Islamic calligraphy with modern art movements like Cubism.[1] Her work often features Quranic verses and is created on a variety of media, including carved wood, canvas, and antiques.[2][3] She was awarded the Pride of Performance by the Government of Pakistan for her contributions to the arts.[1]
Ruheena Malik was born in Pakistan to a Pakistani father and a half-Danish mother.[3] She received her early education in Karachi at the Convent of Jesus and Mary before moving to London, where she earned a bachelor's degree in textiles.[3]
Career
After her marriage, Malik took a long break from art.[3] She re-engaged with her artistic passion by exploring calligraphy while living in Copenhagen with her mother, after her children had started boarding school.[3] She officially returned to the Pakistani art scene in 1996.[1] Malik formerly co-owned the restaurant Copper-Kettle in Karachi, where she held her first exhibition of calligraphic work, featuring 40 pieces on paper and ink.[3][4][5] She later established her own art gallery in Pakistan.[3][6]
Her calligraphy has been presented to prominent figures, including Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz al Saud and UAE President Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.[3][1]
Ruheena's solo exhibitions include "Kalaam" at Mohatta Palace in 1999 and a 2005 show at the Alliance Francaise.[3] In March 2013, she held an exhibition at the Quaid-e-Azam House.[7][1] She has also participated in group exhibitions with other Pakistani artists and shown her work internationally, including in Paris.[3]
In 2021, She was invited by Niazi family to display her artwork at their clothing store Niazis.[8]
In recognition of her artistic contributions, Malik was awarded the Pride of Performance by the Pakistani government in 2009.[1]
Personal life
She is married and has three children.[3]