Masood A. Khan was born in 1959 in Kushtia, a town in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh). His early life was marked by significant upheaval; during the 1971 Into-Pakistan war, his father, a member of the Pakistani Army, was imprisoned in Allahabad, India. Khan and his family were confined to a concentration camp for over two years. After their release, they relocated to Karachi, Pakistan, where Khan pursued his education, studying English and Economics. He later obtained a certificate from the Mashkoor School of Art, marking the beginning of his artistic journey.

Artistic Career and Style
Khan is a self-taught artist renowned for his unique approach to watercolour painting. He employs thin, transparent layers of watercolour washes on wasli paper, often incorporating ink, charcoal, and acrylic. His work is characterized by a blend of realism and modernism, with a focus on transparency and layering to create multidimensional perspectives. Khan's art aims to peel away societal facades, exposing underlying truths and emotions.

Throughout his career, Khan has held numerous solo and group exhibitions in Pakistan and internationally, including in the United States, Dubai, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand. Notably, he received the first prize at the Chianciano Biennale in Italy, awarded by the European Confederation of Art Critics for his works on paper.

Themes and Inspirations
Khan's artwork delves into themes of memory, identity, and the human condition. His experiences during the war and subsequent displacement have profoundly influenced his artistic expression. He uses his paintings to critique religious, social, and economic hypocrisies, aiming to reveal the simplicity and joy of spiritual contentment amidst contemporary challenges .

Recognition and Awards
In 2021, Khan received the Honour Award at the Haegeumgang Theme Museum in South Korea, distinguishing him as the only Pakistani among 283 artists from 61 countries to be honoured at the 7th Georgia International Arts Festival.

Personal Life and Philosophy
Beyond his visual art, Khan is a dedicated yogi and musician. He has been practicing yoga for over three decades and integrates this discipline into his music. Khan is known for his performances with the Hang drum, a melodic percussion instrument, and has recorded albums such as “The Yoga Sessions” and “Hang with Angels,” which aim to create deep concentration and calm.

Khan's work reflects a continuous evolution of artistic vocabulary, with each exhibition adopting a new approach to express the essence of truth. His commitment to transparency, both in his art and philosophy, underscores his belief in revealing the core of human experience.