Akeel a Kashmiri sketch artist and engineer by profession who hails from Kupwara has introduced several experimental projects as well, and in 2012 he became the first prize winner at a state level competition for making a “Golden Chair” for handicapped people. He suggested a model under the name of “Remote Hazard Signalling for Traffic at Blind Turns” and was selected for Masterpieces 2017, World’s first inter- continental Multi-Genre Festival. He was the lone competitor representing Jammu and Kashmir at the Fest, which included participants from across the world.
Painting definitely was his choice.Many celebrities posted his work on their official pages. He has also been contacted by brands like TV Official and Cricket lovers. Currently Akeel is working on a project that can help blind people.
