Even When I Paint Pain, I Draw on Hope: Masood Hussain

Masood Hussain is a celebrated Kashmiri artist whose journey reflects passion, resilience, and deep connection to his homeland. In this interview, he opens up about his childhood in Kashmir, the early influences that shaped his love for art, and how the breathtaking landscapes around him became a lifelong inspiration.

He shares his artistic journey, from learning and experimenting in his early years to becoming a recognised name in contemporary Kashmiri art. Masood also talks about his creative process, his evolving style, and how he captures the essence of Kashmir through his paintings and art – whether it is its beauty or its pain. In both, he reflects on hope.

The conversation further explores his collaborations with other artists and institutions, his experiences exhibiting work beyond the valley, and his thoughts on how art can preserve culture and memory.