Weld, Paint, Sculpt: Pakistani Artist Struggles To Forge His Dreams

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Unable to support his six children through painting and sculpture, Pakistani artist Munir Ahmad opened a welding shop in the city of Quetta where he repairs water heaters. In the back of his store, he pursues his real passion -- painting vivid portraits and crafting small sculptures. But the welding work has taken a toll and damaged his vision, leaving Ahmad worried that his art-filled dreams are fading.