Q and A with artist Nazia Wasif

Nazia Wasif is an artist based in Officer. 285037_08

Tell us a fun fact about yourself!

I love playing pranks.

What are you most passionate about?

Meaningful moments spent with people or by myself.

What do you love about what you do?

It’s emergent and soulful.

Who is the best person you’ve worked with?

My husband and children.

What is your most memorable moment?

When we as a family migrated to Australia.

What would your last meal be?

Chocolate and an extra hot mocha.

What was your favourite subject in school?

Arts!

What event, past or present, would you like to witness?

I am very curious to witness the process of how Islamic art evolved and influenced other art forms. The precision of that art form fascinated me.

Which guest, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner?

My dad who passed away 18 years ago. I would love to have him with me.

What are you currently listening to, watching or reading?

Currently I am focusing on my assignments that are due and am reading academic articles that have been assigned to us. All around Therapeutic Arts.

How would you describe your fashion sense?

Unique and colourful. I love statement pieces.

Have you had a pet that has made an impact on your life?

My puppy has had a big impact on my life. He doesn’t let me paint! He chews all my artworks and he sits on me when I tell him off.

If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook?

I don’t like cooking at all. Actually, I will get my husband to cook. He enjoys eating and feeding.

Where is your dream holiday destination?

I travelled a fair bit and probably if I could do one that would be exciting, a world tour on a cruise with family.

What were you like as a kid?

Naughty.

What is your favourite colour and why?

Olive green and orange. Olive green reminds me of the serenity when I am surrounded by nature and orange is just a colour that inspires me – like the sunrise.

Do you consider yourself an extrovert or an introvert?

I am both. I can be an absolute centre of the crowd and lead the group. But then I need my quiet time to unwind and sort my thoughts. I like reflecting on my day to day moments before sleep.