Naveed holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree, which he earned in 1997 from The Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, USA. His major focus during his undergraduate years was in Painting, Drawing, and Sculpture, complemented by a Minor in English.

During his undergraduate years, Naveed had the privilege of participating in various artistic residencies, including those in New York City, New York, and Taos, New Mexico. He also embarked on an academic adventure by spending a term at University College, Oxford, where he delved into the realms of Gothic Literature and Aesthetic Philosophy.

Naveed’s interests extend beyond the canvas. He has a passionate hobby of collecting books, with a particular penchant for rare and out-of-print editions.

His love for exploration and connection to art and culture often takes him to vibrant urban centers worldwide. Cities like Paris, London, New York, and Mumbai hold a special place in his heart. Naveed’s preferred way to experience these bustling metropolises is by immersing himself in their cores, using movement and architecture as anchors for his thoughts and ideas. He believes that even the most seemingly insignificant objects, like a humble door knob, can open portals to visually schematic and intellectually provocative thoughts.

Mumbai, in particular, holds a unique significance for Naveed. His mother’s birthplace, he spent his summers there, relishing moments with his grandparents in South Mumbai during his formative childhood years.

Born in 1974 in the historically and culturally rich nation of Pakistan, Naveed draws artistic inspiration from a diverse range of interests, including poetry, literature, classical music, and history. These influences find their roots in his academic pursuits during his undergraduate years.

Naveed’s studio is based in Karachi, Pakistan, where he passionately creates his art. Besides his visual art, he also occasionally indulges in the world of poetry. Renowned figures such as William Shakespeare, Charles Baudelaire, Lucian Freud, and J.W. Turner play a significant role in shaping his artistic processes. Additionally, the traditional Venetian school of painting has profoundly impacted Naveed since the inception of his artistic journey.

When working on a painting, Naveed prefers to approach it in phases, taking intermittent breaks that allow him to view his work from different perspectives each time he returns to it. His love for collecting and reading poetry from various parts of the world is a testament to his broad cultural interests. He also possesses a keen appreciation for contemporary 20th-century classical music, which further enriches his creative experiences.