Ruby Chishti, born in 1963 in Jhang, Pakistan, is an accomplished artist known for her captivating sculptures and installations that explore themes of human existence, migration, Islamic myths, gender politics, memory, love, loss, and the essence of being human. With a career spanning over 20 years, Chishti has established herself as a talented representational sculptor.
Formally educated at the National College of Art in Lahore, Pakistan, Chishti’s artistic practice has been shaped by her experiences and studies. Her work delves into the profound concepts of tenacity and fragility, juxtaposing elements that evoke deep emotions and contemplation.
Throughout her career, Chishti has participated in residencies around the world, broadening her artistic perspectives and gaining exposure to diverse cultural influences. Her talent and dedication have earned her prestigious fellowships and awards, including the VSC/Pollock-Krasner Foundation Fellowship.
Chishti’s installations, sculptures, and site-specific works have been exhibited in renowned institutions and galleries globally. Her artwork has been showcased at prominent venues such as the Asia Society Museum in New York, the Queens Museum, rossi & rossi in Hong Kong, Aicon Gallery in London and New York, Vadehra Art Gallery in New Delhi, and international art fairs like Arco Madrid, Art Hong Kong, and India Art Fair.
Her contributions to the art world have also been recognized in various publications, including magazines, newspapers, and books such as “Unveiling the Visible” and “Memory-Metaphor-Mutations” by Salima Hashmi and Yashodhra Dalmia, as well as “The Eye Still Seeks: Pakistani Contemporary Art” by Salima Hashmi and Matand Khosla.
Currently based in Brooklyn, New York, Ruby Chishti continues to create thought-provoking artworks that captivate viewers with their profound messages and aesthetic beauty. Her work engages with universal themes, leaving a lasting impact on the art world and inviting contemplation on the complexities of the human experience.
