The publication of Amin Gulgee’s monograph “No Man’s Land” was celebrated at Canvas Gallery on 24th October 2025. Amin Gulgee is a renowned Pakis
The publication of Amin Gulgee’s monograph “No Man’s Land” was celebrated at Canvas Gallery on 24th October 2025. Amin Gulgee is a renowned Pakistani artist, curator, and sculptor, known for his metalwork, installations, and performance art. He is the son of the artist Ismail Gulgee and has forged a distinctive artistic path, often exploring spiritual and narrative themes in his work. This book is dedicated to his career and work in the arts, spanning over three decades. The book contains essays from various figures in the art world, novelists, academics, and critics, developing Gulgee’s work from various perspectives and complexities.
Kiran Ahmad kicked off the evening by introducing Gulgee, and a very candid conversation emerged with the audience, where he began by talking about his processes. He described it as intuitive and fluid, guided more by instinct than plan. He reflected on performance art as a form that defies boundaries, suggesting that its power lies in its ability to challenge and transform both artist and viewer.
He recounted how his path to art began unexpectedly. Although he had studied economics, a classmate’s introduction to art history changed the course of his life. His parents, he noted, had not encouraged him to pursue the arts, but his growing fascination with Islamic aesthetics and historical forms drew him into sculpture.
Discussing his working method, Gulgee explained that he does not sketch beforehand but engages directly with materials alongside his team of artisans. He emphasized the collaborative and physical nature of sculptural practice, describing it as an act of unity between artist, material, and maker.
Throughout the evening, Gulgee’s remarks moved between humor and introspection. He spoke fondly of Ali Imam, who offered him his first exhibition, and acknowledged Sameera Raja’s generosity and commitment to the arts. His reflections on chaos and calm offered a glimpse into his temperament, as he noted that noise and disorder often bring him a sense of peace.