S.M.Khayyam, also known as Syed Muhammad Khayyam, a Pakistani artist born in 1992 in Quetta, currently residing in Lahore. Khayyam obtained Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, with major in Indo-Persian miniature painting from National College of Arts. From an early age, Khayyam exhibited his artistic talent, culminating in his first solo show in 2008. since then, his captivating artworks have been showcased both nationally and internationally, captivating audiences with their unique blend of mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture, illustration, large-scale installations, and calligraphy. Khayyam’s artistic vision centers around the profound themes of decay and history. Guided by his expertise in natural pigments skillfully captures the essence of these concepts in his work. Through his art, Khayyam explores the inevitable process of deterioration, the passage of time, and the rich narratives embedded in history. His creations evoke a profound contemplation of ephemeral nature of existence, unraveling layers of meaning hidden with in the past. He has been part of artist residencies such as climate change and art retreat in Swat in 2016 and was selected again for art for climate change residency in Naran in 2018. He has also participated in the Maktab project for first Lahore Biennale in 2018.