HAISHA SHAHALIMI

As an artist, my focus is on the expression of movement and drama in the abstract. My creations are intended to spark curiosity and leave the viewer eager to understand the subject. I see my work as avant-garde art with mediums that expresses themselves through texture and dimension, flowing freely, without hesitation.

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In the process of creation, I allow myself to become one with my subject, an extension of myself. Together, we walk, climb, rest, peek, and maneuver, creating new paths along the way. My goal is to encapsulate the concept of "couture art" - art unique to its own.

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When I work with my chosen medium, I feel a sense of ecstasy akin to that of a dolphin diving out of the sea. Like the sea mammal, I hold my breath in silence, wishing that the moment would never end. It is a moment in which time stops and we are free and immortal.

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My artistic journey began in childhood, where I loved drawing and writing about my drawings. However, it was not until the age of 15 that I was introduced to sculpting. I was presented with a block of clay and given the task of making a real-size representation of a human head. Despite having no formal training, I spent roughly three hours sculpting, and at the end, a certain head of a Tibetan monk was born. Every part of me was at ease while I worked, and the experience ignited my passion for sculpting and the arts.

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Since then, I have explored many mediums of art, but clay has always remained the one that inspires me the most. My life experiences have given me much of my inspiration, having been born in Kabul, Afghanistan, and having lived in many parts of the world throughout my life, presently the Beautiful British Columbia.

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During my years as a student and living in multiple cities, I have gained the advantage of being a polyglot and have enjoyed working in several arts communities, including the prestigious Canadian National Art Center. There, I was involved in the marketing of French, English, and Dance Theatre campaigns.

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Although I have not publicly advertised my work, I have created many sculptures and multi-medium art pieces that have been privately exhibited and sold. Currently, I am working on creating three-dimensional canvases, which are showcased on my website and Instagram page