Afsana's Creative Process

Painting and design is Afsana's background; Art is her Passion; digital technology is her tools. Afsana is a self-learned Artist and an excellent tutor. Afsana has always enjoyed creating art in different mediums. She prefers pencil and paper, as this process feels the most natural and familiar. Her work is a mix of abstract, imagery and retro, which creates a unique and happy style that speaks to all ages. She mostly works on acrylic, pencil, pastels or watercolour. Afsana has started her painting journey from childhood as she is fond of creativity. Later in life, she begins to search for great famous artist techniques. Then she started her painting studio. Also, she teaches her unique and natural methods to her students. Students love her work because when you find art you love, you'll love your space even more... and that's what it's all about.

Artist Statement

The question asks for me, how do I start as an artist. There is always something exciting in life to get the opportunity that you have.

Till now I am a stranger to everyone, but I am sure after reading my story, will no longer be a stranger. I as an artist always create definite art. Sometimes for other people, it is difficult to understand the artist. It is my story of being an artist, and how I came out being an artist, it is like a dream come true. I never attend any college for this skill and never went to the particular art school. When I was a kid, I love to paint. Time runs, and I went to the institute to become a CA; ie. Charted Accounted. That lasted for a short time. After my first exam, I was far more attracted to the digital design world. Eventually, I got the healthy position in there and for three years all it was going well. Suddenly one day when I was walking through I visited one art gallery. It feels nostalgic and forces me to think about my childhood hobby that I do love to paint. I was working in computer designing so always thought to draw on paper as it was my hobby. And the opportunity was given by God, and it's our choice to choose the path. I was daydreaming about how to paint like an artist. I don’t know if I would take an art class, or maybe I could teach myself. “ That dream move me back to that art gallery once again. Eventually, I went to the gallery and after an hour looking around, I ask for art supplies, that help me to paint my dream. I enjoy the work of famous artists, I started looking at their work and get inspired by their beautiful art and style. So mostly I work on abstract and imagery form, I always love to paint my dream, what I feel. Yeah! That's still come out with fantasy art. From that day I started selling my painting to friends and became a full-time artist. All my painting started with pencil on paper or iPad. I create a rough sketch and outline to achieve excellent drawing. Once I am satisfied with my details; shading, coloring are given to my art, and it brings the artwork to life. My background as a graphic designer has benefited me in my process and views to create art. I also enjoy the digital process, as this is my primary platform when working in my studio. Eventually, it's been three years since I have started my art studio. I also work with my students, and they too love doing the painting so much. They paint so passionately. Looking at their happy face, I feel blessed to take this opportunity to work with them. I love doing a painting with my children. I work a mix of abstract, imagery and retro, which creates a unique and happy style that speaks to all ages. My style is acrylic, pencil, pastels or watercolor. I also believe that to be in a market; you have to market yourself to be within today’s world. Because this era of the fast internet always forced us to sell ourselves in the real world. People buy art, and I consider like; sometimes people only purchase art, fit to their home; but real art collector always makes their home the gallery to showcase their creativity. I think I work not only for branding myself but also for this platform; is taking Customised Art commission. I meet with my clients, visit their home, take a picture of their wall where their painting will be settled. Then I ask them about their preferences and thoughts. I consider their painting idea, color and style choices and it not only showcase my creativity but also the buyer's personality and taste. I think life gives us the best path to choose; - what we want is up to us.