Satveer Singh Founder of Urban Akali
Satveer Singh is the founder of Urban Akali, a Sikh brand dedicated to preserving history and heritage through the power of art and design. Since its launch in 2015, Urban Akali has grown into a global presence, sharing powerful visual stories rooted in Sikh culture. To explore more of Satveer’s artwork, search #artbyurbanakali on Google or Instagram.
All about the Art
I originally posted these art pieces on my Instagram back in December 2020. At the time, I didn’t fully understand the farmers’ protest or everything that was happening. But after taking the time to learn more, I came to understand the power of the movement, how people from all religions across India united in peaceful protest, even during a time when the pandemic made large gatherings risky.
Alongside my artwork, I also created two styles of mala beads: one called Five Rivers of Punjab and the other Land of Punjab. Through these pieces, I was able to raise and donate funds to support the farmers of Punjab during that time.
My artwork is digitally created using a drawing tablet and finalized in Photoshop. I always aim to tell a story through each piece, to spark curiosity and invite people to ask questions. That’s what fuels my creative process. For me, art is not just expression — it’s a way of teaching and connecting through visual storytelling.
