Nisar Khan
a roadside village along the Karakoram Highway, Pakistan
Nisar Khan navigates the steep and winding roads of the Karakoram Highway, transporting goods across high passes. When he's home, he bakes winning apple pies and meticulously tastes well water. The complex taste of well water intrigues him, reflecting his yearning for understanding the depth of things beneath their surfaces.
About
Obsession
The distinct taste of well water from varying depths.
Voice
Understated yet persistent road hum
Artistic Medium
Sun-refracted pie crust landscapes
Technique
Crusting with mineral-infused water
Influences
The narrow passes of the Karakoram Highway, the taste of well water from his village, district fair apple pie contests
Materials
High-mineral well water, flour sacks from his hauls, orchard dust
Scale
Sized to fit inside his truck cab
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