Aleeha, an artist based in Pakistan shares her work with us which is deeply rooted in the small, often overlooked moments of everyday life—the quiet joys and subtle sorrows that shape our world.

'I believe our perception of life is a reflection of our inner selves, and vice versa. Observing patterns, capturing them through my art, and sharing the thoughts they evoke is at the heart of my creative practice.  

Throughout my life, I’ve battled depressive episodes, even when everything on the surface seemed fine. It felt as though something was missing—an inexplicable sadness I couldn’t shake. During those times, I found solace in the smallest details: sunlight filtering through leaves, old buildings, intricate patterns. I call them “gentle things” because they reminded me of my connection to nature and the interconnectedness of all living beings.  

This video reflects on a transformative period in my life when walking through the city and spending time in parks with friends became my refuge. Being in nature helped me realize that I was part of something far greater than myself—that every small being endures struggles and finds ways to heal. That understanding brought me comfort, a quiet reassurance that I wasn’t alone.  

Life, to me, is worth fighting for. Even in moments of despair, something as simple as an old streetlamp reminded me of my place in the grander scheme of things. I don’t know when it was first placed there, but someone, years ago, shaped it with their hands—and now, here I am, standing before it, appreciating its existence. In that realization, I see how we all save each other, in small yet meaningful ways'