{"id":448254,"date":"2025-01-13T15:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T21:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/?p=448254"},"modified":"2025-01-13T14:25:51","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T20:25:51","slug":"nosheen-iqbal-embroidery-sculptures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/2025\/01\/nosheen-iqbal-embroidery-sculptures\/","title":{"rendered":"Nosheen Iqbal Translates Pakistani Craft Traditions into Vivid Sculptural Embroideries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-default entry-header is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><figure class=\"colo-post-featured-image wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1860\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-9.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"a trio of vibrant embroidered sculptural flowers on wood oval panels\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-9.jpg 1860w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-9-640x321.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-9-960x482.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-9-768x385.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-9-1536x770.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1860px) 100vw, 1860px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All images courtesy of Nosheen Iqbal, shared with permission<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-title is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><h1 class=\"alignfull wp-block-post-title\">Nosheen Iqbal Translates Pakistani Craft Traditions into Vivid Sculptural Embroideries<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull post-meta is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2025-01-13T15:30:00-06:00\">January 13, 2025<\/time><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"taxonomy-category wp-block-post-terms\"><a class=\"category-art\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/category\/art\/\" rel=\"tag\">Art<\/a><a class=\"category-craft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/category\/craft\/\" rel=\"tag\">Craft<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-author-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/author\/gebert\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"wp-block-post-author-name__link\">Grace Ebert<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull post-share-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-outermost-social-sharing has-visible-labels has-icon-color is-style-logos-only is-layout-flex wp-block-social-sharing-is-layout-flex\"><li style=\"color: #1c1e0d; 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Architectural arabesques and Punjabi craft traditions influence her mixed-media motifs, including <em>phulkari<\/em>, or floral folk embroideries, and woodblock printed reliefs known as <em>bagh<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iqbal utilizes half-circles and semi-precious beads to add depth and visual intrigue to the works. Creating shadows and catching the light, these meticulously planned details allow a shift in perspective depending on the viewer&#8217;s position. The sweeping lines of color create &#8220;saturated pathways that reveal their intensity and depth,&#8221; she adds, &#8220;allowing my work to offer a shifting experience of light, color, and connection.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"971\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-7-960x971.jpg\" alt=\"a detail image of a vibrant embroidered sculptural flower on wood\" class=\"wp-image-448343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-7-960x971.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-7-640x647.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-7-768x777.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-7.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>By emphasizing dimension and the interactions between materials, Iqbal hopes to push the medium in new directions while honoring broader making traditions. She says: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Craftsmanship holds a profound significance in Pakistani culture, where artistry is revered as a lifelong discipline that shapes identity and community. This respect for meticulous craftsmanship is integral to my own practice. By selecting thoughtful materials\u2014wood, semi-precious beads, and thread\u2014I aim to honor this tradition. Each piece is a reflection of this cultural value, merging refined textures with precision to invite a tactile, immersive experience for the viewer.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Born in London, Iqbal lives and works in Dallas and recently left a long career in design and art direction to become an artist full-time. You can find available pieces on <a href=\"https:\/\/nosheeniqbalstudio.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">her website<\/a> and follow her work on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/noshii\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1054\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-6-960x1054.jpg\" alt=\"a diamond shaped panel with vibrant patchwork border and a sculptural embroidered flower at the center\" class=\"wp-image-448342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-6-960x1054.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-6-640x702.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-6-768x843.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-6-1400x1536.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-6-1866x2048.jpg 1866w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1152\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-3-960x1152.jpg\" alt=\"a floral embroidery in greens and blues on a wooden panel\" class=\"wp-image-448339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-3-960x1152.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-3-640x768.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-3-768x922.jpg 768w, 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sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-5-960x1280.jpg\" alt=\"a detail image of embroidered sculptures with small wooden pieces and beads to create dimension\" class=\"wp-image-448341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-5-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-5-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-5-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-5-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-5-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-5.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1130\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-2-960x1130.jpg\" alt=\"a vibrant embroidered sculptural flower on wood oval panel. the thread is mostly shades of oranges and reds\" class=\"wp-image-448338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-2-960x1130.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-2-640x754.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-2-768x904.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-2-1304x1536.jpg 1304w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-2.jpg 1442w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-1-960x960.jpg\" alt=\"a diamond shaped panel with vibrant patchwork border and a sculptural embroidered flower at the center\" class=\"wp-image-448337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-1-960x960.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-1-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-1-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-4-960x1067.jpg\" alt=\"a trio of vibrant embroidered sculptural flowers on wood oval panels. two of the larger works contain a patchwork int he center of two halved flowers, while the smaller is a perfectly round bloom\" class=\"wp-image-448340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-4-960x1067.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-4-640x711.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-4-768x854.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/iqbal-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Architectural arabesques and Punjabi craft traditions influence the artist&#8217;s vivid mixed-media 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