​Abu Hanzla is a contemporary Pakistani visual artist and educator based in Faisalabad. He specializes in oil painting, focusing on cityscapes, landscapes, and spiritual themes. His work is characterized by a blend of realism and impressionism, often exploring the interplay between light, architecture, and nature.​

Early Life and Education
Born and raised in Faisalabad, Hanzla was inspired by his father to pursue art. He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, majoring in painting, from the Institute of Art & Design at Government College University Faisalabad (GCUF) between 2015 and 2019. Since December 2019, he has been serving as a visiting lecturer at Lahore College for Women University.

Artistic Practice and Themes
Hanzla's artistic oeuvre primarily encompasses oil paintings that depict cityscapes and landscapes, often rendered with realism and impressionistic techniques. His works frequently explore themes related to environmental concerns and humanity's relationship with nature. Notably, his series "Entrance to Heaven I-II" portrays monumental visions of the afterlife through archways leading to serene, forested gardens, symbolizing openness and timelessness.

Exhibitions and Recognition
Throughout his career, Hanzla has participated in numerous national and international exhibitions. His notable participations include:​

Live landscape oil painting performance at Royalton Hotel Faisalabad (2014)

Group shows at Faisalabad Art Council (2016, 2017, 2019)

Exhibitions at Sarina Hotels Faisalabad (2017)

Live painting at Pakistan-China Friendship Center Islamabad (2018)

Young Artists Art Exhibition titled “Current” at Alhamra Art Center Lahore (2019)

Exhibition titled “Konplen” at Nukta Gallery Islamabad (2019)

Participation in the “Traditions and Modernity” exhibition at Nukta Gallery Islamabad, a collateral event of the Islamabad Art Festival (2019)

International Watercolor Biennale at CEAD (Center of Excellence in Art & Design) MUET Jamshoro Sindh (2020)

Group art exhibition titled “Resilience” at Alhamra Art Center (2020).

Awards and Achievements
Hanzla's artistic excellence has been recognized through several awards:​

1st position in the All Pakistan Painting Competition at Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan (2018)

1st position in the Interdepartmental Competition at Institute of Art and Design GCUF (2018)

1st position in the All Pakistan Painting Competition at University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Muzaffarabad (2018)

2nd position in the All Pakistan Painting Competition at College of Art and Design, Punjab University Lahore (2017)

1st position in the District Level Painting Competition at Bagh-e-Jinnah Faisalabad (2015).