Rah Naqvi, based in Amsterdam Noord, is not your typical artist. With a studio that feels more like a garden of creativity, he paints with soil and listens to the world through audiobooks.

In his four-year journey, Naqvi has embraced a unique workflow, blending auditory and visual art. His studio days are marked by coffee, scattered interests, and scribbles on the walls—each a fleeting insight made permanent.

The anarchist audio library plays a pivotal role in his process, guiding his hands as they transform earth into canvas. For Naqvi, working outside the confines of his studio is crucial; it’s where inspiration blooms from unexpected sources.

A ritual Naqvi adheres to involves jotting down words and poems that resonate with him while listening to audiobooks or songs. These scribbles serve as a compass in his artistic journey—marking the routes through his mind that lead to his work.