Ahmad Reshad’s practice embodies a multifaceted approach to art, presenting thought-provoking works that oscillate between poetic, satirical and deeply political narratives. Reshad’s practice expands across mediums in installation, video, sound, photography, and kinetic sculpture. Through which Reshad radically questions the history, power dynamics, and geopolitics of his native Afghanistan.
An element of long study in his work, Reshad employs flags and their continuous of state of flux in Afghanistan as a metaphor for the bigger fragility of life and history that the country continues to grapple with, for more than half a century now. Reshad's artworks transcend the boundaries of mainstream understanding to help steer his audience towards seeing a bigger picture of the complexities of modern Afghan history.
Prior to his artistic practice and master’s degree in art and scenography, he started his career as a self-taught visual designer in Kabul with a passion for motion. Over the years, he gained extensive experience in visual design works, displaying exceptional skills and creativity through collaborations with prestigious media outlets and organizations.
