Shiblee Muneer

While deeply rooted in tradition, Shiblee Muneer also explores contemporary influences and techniques in his artwork. Drawing inspiration from post-modernist philosophy and embracing new technologies such as computer graphics, digital manipulation, hyper-realistic painting, and collage. He explores enriching the traditional canons of miniature painting with contemporary techniques to convey messages relevant to the 21st century.

Biography of Shiblee Muneer 

Shiblee Muneer hails from a family deeply rooted in the art of miniature painting, with a rich history spanning centuries. Born in Jhang, the capital of Punjab, Pakistan, Muneer's family lineage traces back to Afghanistan, where his ancestors served as painters and calligraphers in the court of the first Mughal Emperor Babur. Over generations, they migrated to India and eventually settled in Patiala, where they continued their tradition of miniature painting under Sikh rule.

Muneer's great-great-grandfather, Allah Ditta, established a renowned painting workshop in Patiala, where the distinctive 'Pahari' style of miniature painting flourished. His grandfather, Haji Mohammad Sharif, furthered this legacy, becoming a well-known painter across the Indian subcontinent and internationally. Haji Sharif played a pivotal role in developing the curriculum for teaching miniature painting at academic institutions, notably heading the Miniature Department at the Mayo School of Arts in Lahore.

Following in his family's footsteps, Muneer learned the art of miniature painting from a young age, mastering techniques passed down through generations. He also received formal education in the arts, acquiring degrees from the Naqsh School of Arts and Beaconhouse National University. Muneer's commitment to preserving and advancing the tradition of miniature painting is evident in his role as a lecturer at the Institute of Visual Arts and Design of the Lahore College for Women University.