“Through the soul of color, form, and line, I seek to unmask the hidden truths of our time.”

— Mohammed Rabin

Mohammed Rabin (b. 1992, Narsingdi, Bangladesh) is a Bangladeshi visual artist whose practice traverses painting, drawing, and socially conscious artmaking. Rooted in both tradition and contemporary issues, his works explore themes of identity, femininity, and the human condition through expressive forms, emotional contrasts, and cultural reflections.

Rabin’s artistic journey began in Narayanganj, where he completed his BFA in Drawing & Painting from the Narayanganj Fine Art Institute in 2014. He later pursued an MFA in Painting at Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, India, graduating with First Class honors in 2019 under an ICCR scholarship.

Over the course of more than a decade, Rabin has developed a multifaceted career as a visual artist and art educator. He has served as a book illustrator under Moner Hossen Shahin, and worked in teaching and organizational roles, including as an Art & Craft Teacher and Assistant General Organizer at Charuniketan Art & Music Academy, Dhaka. He has also taught at Panchasar Ideal Institute, London School of English (Karaniganj), and served as General Organizer at Bharer Alo Samajkalayan Sangstha in Narsingdi.

Rabin’s artwork is rooted in human emotion and narrative. Through his depictions of the female form, he comments on femininity, objectification, motherhood, and the socio-cultural dynamics that surround women. His artistic philosophy aims to bridge the human and natural experiences, fostering soulful connections between viewers and subjects.

His paintings are executed in diverse media, from oil on plastic board and acrylic on canvas to watercolor in miniature format, often drawing on the expressive potential of line and color. He believes that faces, bodies, and emotional states offer a window into collective human experiences, ranging from hope and joy to melancholy and protest.

Rabin has showcased his work in numerous solo exhibitions, including:

• Evanescence (2019), Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata, India
• Mukta (2023), Nayanpur Rabyea College, Narsingdi, Bangladesh
• Pran o Prakriti (2024), Bangabandhu Hall, Bhairab, Kishoreganj, Bangladesh

He has also actively participated in over 40 national and international group exhibitions and art festivals, spanning Bangladesh, India, Japan, China, and the UK. Some notable exhibitions include:

• 19th Asian Art Biennale (2022), Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy
• TAF Emerging Artist Award Exhibition (2021–22), The Art Family, London
• 29th Shinkyoko Art Association Culture Exchange (2023), Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Japan
• 28th Berger Young Art Competition (2023), Zainul Gallery, Dhaka
• From Mohandas to Mahatma (2018), Indian Museum, Kolkata
• Imago Mundi Workshop (2016), Bangladesh

He has also contributed significantly to art workshops and residencies, such as:

• Art in Isolation by Kalakendra, Dhaka
• NATURE – Art Camp with Children, Purulia, India
• Jolerdhara Watercolor Workshop, Dhaka
• Gloria Bangladesh-Japan Ringry Art Camp, Japan and Bangladesh

Rabin’s contributions have been recognized with several awards and honors, including:

• 29th Shinkyoko Art Association Culture Exchange Award, Tokyo, Japan (2023)
• TAF Emerging Artist (Shortlisted), The Art Family, London (2021–22)
• Honorable Mention, Finext Mini-Artworks National Exhibition, India (2018)
• Grand Award, 5th Tone International Miniature Biennale, Bangladesh (2015)
• 2nd Grand Prize, Gloria Bangladesh-Japan Ringry Festival (2014)
• ICCR Scholarship, Government of India (2017–2018)

In addition to his artistic practice, Rabin is a skilled organizer, presenter, and volunteer. His training includes professional courses in English, computing, and visual appreciation. He is fluent in Bengali and proficient in English, with technical skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office.

Mohammed Rabin currently resides and works in Narsingdi, where he continues his journey as a full-time visual artist. He is committed to creating art that not only reflects his inner world but also engages with social issues and the broader human experience.