Mehwish Waheed showcased her creative art at the Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC). Mehwish explored different mediums like ceramics, pottery, mirror, jute, net stockings to work on and created wall-hangings and colourful pottery to adorn the house interiors.
Talking to ‘The News,’ Mahwish said
Tuesday 30 October 2012
Workshop on Islamic Ornamentation
The National Art Gallery of Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) has arranged a workshop on Islamic ornamentation here from November 12 to 19.
Expert of calligraphy and ornamentation Abdul Razzaq Razi will conduct the workshop for students, amateur artists and art lovers.
Through
Expert of calligraphy and ornamentation Abdul Razzaq Razi will conduct the workshop for students, amateur artists and art lovers.
Through
Bangladeshi artists highlight art scene
As many as nine Bangladeshi artists have displayed a large collection of their artwork featuring rich traditions of art in Bangladesh here at Tanzara gallery.
The artists includec Abdus Shakoor Shah, Jamal Ahmed, Kuhu Plamondon, Kanak Chanpa Chakma, Ranjit Das, Rabeka Sultana, Rafiqul Islam,
The artists includec Abdus Shakoor Shah, Jamal Ahmed, Kuhu Plamondon, Kanak Chanpa Chakma, Ranjit Das, Rabeka Sultana, Rafiqul Islam,
Friday 26 October 2012
Population Dynamics in Muslim Countries Book Launched
Experts on population and economy termed extensive investment in education a key to sustainable economic development in Pakistan as they spoke at an event organised to launch the book titled ‘Population Dynamics in Muslim Countries - Assembling the Jigsaw.’
The Population Council, a premier
The Population Council, a premier
Thursday 25 October 2012
Fashion Exhibition 2012 at National Art Gallery
Pakistan Institute of Fashion And Design Thesis (PIFDT) Exhibition 2012 started here on Thursday at National Art Gallery (NAG) presenting a number of fabrics of latest design and prints.
The exhibition was organised in collaboration with Pakistan National Council of Arts for the fashion lover of
The exhibition was organised in collaboration with Pakistan National Council of Arts for the fashion lover of
Deemak Exhibition of Three Artists Works at KSA gallery
No artist can remain detached from the negative socio-cultural trends that nibble at society’s soul. Whether they express their concern through their art is another debate altogether. While the last dozen (or so) years have been particularly turbulent for Pakistani society, the country’s
Photo Exhibition on Indian Forces’ Atrocities on Innocent People of Held Kashmir
As many as 80 pictures depicting Indian forces’ atrocities on innocent people of Indian Held Kashmir have been put on display at an exhibition at Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) here on Wednesday.
The exhibition is a series of the programmes organised in connection with 27 October 2012 the day
The exhibition is a series of the programmes organised in connection with 27 October 2012 the day
Life Size Displays of Baluchitherium and Blue Whale at Pakistan Museum of Natural History
Federal Minister for Science and Technology Mir Changez Khan Jamali inaugurated the life size displays of Baluchitherium (the largest mammal on earth) and Blue Whale at Pakistan Museum of Natural History (PMNH).
The ceremony was organised by Pakistan Museum of Natural History
The ceremony was organised by Pakistan Museum of Natural History
Wednesday 24 October 2012
Celebrating Renaissance of Paper Cut as Art at Rohtas Gallery
Celebrating the renaissance of cut paper as an artistic medium, Rohtas Gallery exhibits works of Nadia Batool Hussain, Sophiya Khwaja, and Rabeya Jalil in an exhibition titled ‘Papercuts’ opening on Tuesday.
The group of three artists presents their unique creative expertise
The group of three artists presents their unique creative expertise
Bangladeshi Artist's Show at Tanzara Gallery
For the last two decades, by virtue of their creative genius, Bangladeshi artists have strengthened their footings more than ever before in the international art arena. In order to offer a glimpse of the unique styles, lyrical themes, and interesting mediums being used by these artists, Tanzara has
Haseena Moin showered with accolades at Karachi Arts Council
The country’s top playwright and a name synonymous with television, Haseena Moin, was showered with tributes in all their profusion at the Arts Council on Tuesday evening.
The programme titled, “An evening with Haseena Moin”, was meant to celebrate the life and achievements of
The programme titled, “An evening with Haseena Moin”, was meant to celebrate the life and achievements of
5,000 Pakistani Women to be Trained in Handicrafts in South Punjab
“As many as 5,000 women from Multan, Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan and Lodhran districts will be trained in dress making and handicrafts under a project undertaken by Trust for History Arts and Architecture of Pakistan (THAAP),” Project Manager Susan K Solmback said on Monday.
She was
She was
Tuesday 23 October 2012
Colours of Desert by Asad Faruki
Thirty-six paintings of Cholistani women with a touch of post-modernism opened for display at the Ejaz Gallery on Monday.
Titled Colours of Desert, the exhibition speaks of multiple influences on artist Asif Faruki.
In some pieces Faruki has incorporated Sheikh Saadi’s famous quote Kasbe
Titled Colours of Desert, the exhibition speaks of multiple influences on artist Asif Faruki.
In some pieces Faruki has incorporated Sheikh Saadi’s famous quote Kasbe
Contemporary art: Christie’s specialists scout talent
“So, so impressed,” is the verdict on Karachi’s art scene from Deepanjana D. Klein at Christie’s, the art business known for conducting some of the world’s most well-known auctions of art, jewellery and antiques.
Klein, the head of sales for Christie’s Modern and Contemporary Indian
Klein, the head of sales for Christie’s Modern and Contemporary Indian
Monday 22 October 2012
Portraiture an Exhibition at Art Chowk
They say appearances can be deceptive. When it comes to artists, they make sure that they or those who they look up to come across as people that are not easy to size up. There’s a reason for it. Artists see the universe in an uncommon way. For them the process of self-discovery as well as the
Sunday 21 October 2012
62-year-old A guard’s love for Makli Tombs
Although he is illiterate, 62-year-old Noor Mohammed’s knowledge about the ancient Makli Hills graveyard is unparalleled as he is the one who briefs visitors on the history of the ancient tombs. Appointed as the security guard by former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Noor also doubles as the
Saturday 20 October 2012
Nature, culture captured on lens at Alhamra Art Gallery
PHOTOGRAPHY exhibition of Nadeem Khawar titled ‘Vision of Paradise’ is truly a most appropriate title for the photographic narration of the breath-taking beauty of Pakistan by this brilliant lens man.
The exhibition which was inaugurated by renowned writer, intellectual, master of
The exhibition which was inaugurated by renowned writer, intellectual, master of
Book Zia Ilm-o-Paikar-e-Wafa launched at Rawalpindi Arts Council
The Rawalpindi Arts Council arranged a function for the launching of Farzana Janan’s book titled Zia Ilm-o-Paikar-e-Wafa.
Harf Academy Rawalpindi extended full cooperation for conducting the event.
International Islamic University Islamabad Urdu Department Chairman Dr Najeeb Jamal presided
Harf Academy Rawalpindi extended full cooperation for conducting the event.
International Islamic University Islamabad Urdu Department Chairman Dr Najeeb Jamal presided
Hiding Under Water by Ferwa Ibrahim
‘Hiding Under Water’ is a tense, slowly evolving performance by Ferwa Ibrahim. The piece begins with the artiste entering the room, laying out fabric, defining her own seating area. Through this action, she is also creating an invitation for the audience to draw near and to sit with
Exhibition of Krizmah bags at Canvas Gallery
Canvas Gallery, one of City’s most prestigious contemporary art galleries is hosting an exhibition of Krizmah bags. The event is based on showcasing the latest ‘Secret Garden’ collection by Krizmah, which is the second collection launched by the Lahore-based brand. The previous collection
Hamnawa exhibition showcasing works of women
An exhibition showcasing works of women from the rural area of Alipur concluded on Friday.
The event, titled ‘Hamnawa’, was organised by Beaconhouse National University’s School of Visual Arts and Design, Sungi Development Foundation and Bunyad Foundation.
The exhibition showcased
The event, titled ‘Hamnawa’, was organised by Beaconhouse National University’s School of Visual Arts and Design, Sungi Development Foundation and Bunyad Foundation.
The exhibition showcased
Governor Sardar Latif Khosa announces Manto Museum
Governor Sardar Latif Khosa has announced that in order to pay tribute to Saadat Hassan Manto, the literary giant of Urdu, the federal government will establish Manto Museum at the Laxmi Mansion, Regal Chowk, The Mall.
This was announced by governor while addressing the participants of
This was announced by governor while addressing the participants of
Elevate a work of art to a different level
Sometimes obvious symbolism in art can put off the viewer. The only way to steer clear of that path is to skilfully highlight the aesthetics involved in an artwork. A good artist does that quite imperceptibly, which is why when art lovers see his work they tend to marvel at his skill and symbolism
PNCA woodblock printmaking workshop concludes
The five-day woodblock printmaking workshop, arranged by Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), concluded at the National Art Gallery on Friday.
The workshop was conducted by international award winner Dr Shahida Mansoor, associate professor, Department of Architecture and Design, Comsats
The workshop was conducted by international award winner Dr Shahida Mansoor, associate professor, Department of Architecture and Design, Comsats
Thursday 18 October 2012
Six-Day Photo Camp Arranged for Fata Journalists
A six-day “photo camp” for 15 young aspiring journalists from the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) sponsored by the US Agency for International Development (USAID) opened here at a local hotel on Thursday.
USAID Acting Mission Director Rodger Garner inaugurated the photo exhibition
USAID Acting Mission Director Rodger Garner inaugurated the photo exhibition
Paintings, Sculptures Show at Arts Council Karachi
An exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artists from Sindh was inaugurated at the Arts Council Karachi’s Ahmed Pervez Gallery on Thursday.
The show has a large variety of artworks depicting a wide range of subjects. If on the one hand abstraction can be traced in a few exhibits, on the
The show has a large variety of artworks depicting a wide range of subjects. If on the one hand abstraction can be traced in a few exhibits, on the
My Secret Garden at Canvas Gallrey
My Secret Garden
A collection of exquisitely hand embroidered womens handbags finished in fine leather
DESIGNED AND PRODUCED BY GRAPHIC DESIGNERS NADIA MALIK, ZAINAB ULMULK AND CHITRALI WOMEN ARTISANS , KRIZMAH BAGS ARE EXQUISITELY HAND EMBROIDERED AND FINISHED IN FINE LEATHER.
on Friday 19
A collection of exquisitely hand embroidered womens handbags finished in fine leather
DESIGNED AND PRODUCED BY GRAPHIC DESIGNERS NADIA MALIK, ZAINAB ULMULK AND CHITRALI WOMEN ARTISANS , KRIZMAH BAGS ARE EXQUISITELY HAND EMBROIDERED AND FINISHED IN FINE LEATHER.
on Friday 19
Reality of Life at Chawkandi Art
Reality of Life
is not only what we see
Painting Exhibition
by
Qamar Siddiqui
on Tuesday 16 October 2012 at 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 23 October 2012
Chawkandi Art
105,Marine Point, DCI Kehkashan, Block-9 Clifton,
Karachi-Pakistan.
is not only what we see
Painting Exhibition
by
Qamar Siddiqui
on Tuesday 16 October 2012 at 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 23 October 2012
Chawkandi Art
105,Marine Point, DCI Kehkashan, Block-9 Clifton,
Karachi-Pakistan.
Wednesday 17 October 2012
Whirling and Healing at Art Scane Galleries
Here is an exceptionally talented artist, Dr Mohsen Keiany. The fact that he was born and brought up in Iran enables the viewer to ‘feel’ the thrust of his work which is steeped in tradition. What tradition? It is not easy to answer the question, reason being there are strands in his work
Whirling and Healing by Dr. Mohsen Keiany
Whirling and Healing
Solo Exhibition of Paintings
by
Dr. Mohsen Keiany
on Wednesday 17 October 2012 at 6:00 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 31 October 2012
Artscene Galleries
28-C, Stadium Lane No.1,
Opposite Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, Phase 5,
Solo Exhibition of Paintings
by
Dr. Mohsen Keiany
on Wednesday 17 October 2012 at 6:00 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 31 October 2012
Artscene Galleries
28-C, Stadium Lane No.1,
Opposite Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, Phase 5,
Photo Exhibition on Moenjodaro at IVS Gallery
IVS Gallery and Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Karachi
request the pleasure of your company at the inauguration of
MOENJO DARO
Photo-Exhibition, Lecture & Documentary
on Tuesday October 16. 2012 a 5:30 pm till 8:30 pm.
Exhibition will continue till Sat. October 27,
request the pleasure of your company at the inauguration of
MOENJO DARO
Photo-Exhibition, Lecture & Documentary
on Tuesday October 16. 2012 a 5:30 pm till 8:30 pm.
Exhibition will continue till Sat. October 27,
Umeed-i-Bahar Rakh by Naveed Sadiq
Naveed Sadiq is a thinking artist. This does not suggest that other artists do not have that faculty. It means he prefers reason to imagination, and while doing so he brings imagination to the foreground in an imperceptible way. This is why with him the tussle between contemporariness and
Art students get closer to nature at National Art Gallery
Art students on Tuesday got closer to nature inside the National Art Gallery where they learnt an ancient art form using handmade devices.
With over 15 years of experience in the traditional art form, Dr Shahida Mansoor passed on to her students the knowledge of making Japanese colour woodblock
With over 15 years of experience in the traditional art form, Dr Shahida Mansoor passed on to her students the knowledge of making Japanese colour woodblock
Tuesday 16 October 2012
Artist Expressed “Disassociation From Lahore” at Drawing Room Gallery
The painting on a seven-by-eight inch wasli sheet depicts a head enveloped in a transparent polythene bag. To its 26-year-old creator, Shamsuddin Tanwri, it signifies social suffocation.
The artist has expressed his “disassociation from Lahore” in 21 works on display at the Drawing Room
The artist has expressed his “disassociation from Lahore” in 21 works on display at the Drawing Room
Monday 15 October 2012
Indian artists provide their perspective on art in T2F
Art lovers gained insight into contemporary art trends in India by virtue of two interesting presentations given by visiting Indian artists, Manisha Parekh and Ashok Ahuja, at T2F
Manisha Parekh was the first one to give a visual presentation to introduce her work to the audience. She began by
Manisha Parekh was the first one to give a visual presentation to introduce her work to the audience. She began by
Saturday 13 October 2012
Series of Training Workshops for Artisans at Shakarparian
* Ahsan Riaz, Muhammad Umar, Waseem Shahzad, Azhar Ahmad display work
* Lacquer work forms intrinsic part of folk crafts
The Lok Virsa in collaboration with SUNGI Development Foundation and GIZ on Friday organised a series of training workshops for artisans at Shakarparian.
Besides other
* Lacquer work forms intrinsic part of folk crafts
The Lok Virsa in collaboration with SUNGI Development Foundation and GIZ on Friday organised a series of training workshops for artisans at Shakarparian.
Besides other
‘Spiritual connection’ in Paintings Exhibition at Gallery 6
Shahid Toosy, a former director of Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), will hold an exhibition at Gallery6 to illustrate his spiritual connection with the nature on Saturday.
The paintings put on the display titled Spiritual Connection, comprising 27 artworks in water colours and five
The paintings put on the display titled Spiritual Connection, comprising 27 artworks in water colours and five
Friday 12 October 2012
Three Artists Challenged The Derogatory
Three artists challenged the derogatory connotations which are usually associated with the body of a woman, in a new and emotionally charged exhibition that opened to visitors at the Rohtas Gallery.
In surreal messages, the paintings celebrate and acknowledge the role of women in reshaping
In surreal messages, the paintings celebrate and acknowledge the role of women in reshaping
Thursday 11 October 2012
Wrilling Dervesh by Shafique Farooqi
Wrilling Dervesh
Exhibition of Paintings
by
Shafique Farooqi
on Friday 12 October 2012 at 5:00 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 19 Oct, 2012
Daily 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Creative Art Gallery
Shop: 1, Plot: 9-C, Street: 35,
Touheed Commercial DHA,
Exhibition of Paintings
by
Shafique Farooqi
on Friday 12 October 2012 at 5:00 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 19 Oct, 2012
Daily 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Creative Art Gallery
Shop: 1, Plot: 9-C, Street: 35,
Touheed Commercial DHA,
Exhibition of Photographs Depicting Child Labour
The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) is opening its doors to the public for a four-day exhibition of photographs depicting child labour from today (Thursday).
The pictures were submitted by a number of professional photographers, students and the general public – capturing child
The pictures were submitted by a number of professional photographers, students and the general public – capturing child
Wednesday 10 October 2012
NGA’s ambitious new strategic vision for the next 4 years
Today Director Ron Radford announced the NGA’s ambitious new strategic vision for the next 4 years, which focuses on increased access and engagement with the national art collection.
Particularly exciting are plans to build ‘Stage 2: The Centre for Australian Art’, which will feature new
Particularly exciting are plans to build ‘Stage 2: The Centre for Australian Art’, which will feature new
Seen Unseen by Waseem Ahmed
Seen Unseen, an exhibition of works by Waseem Ahmad, opened to a large crowd of students and artists at the Ejaz Gallery on Tuesday evening, despite the artist’s objections to the event.
Twenty-eight paintings were on display, most of them from Ahmad’s 2008 show The Labyrinth, also held
Twenty-eight paintings were on display, most of them from Ahmad’s 2008 show The Labyrinth, also held
Head constable finally gets chance to display his artwork at Rawalpindi Arts Council
Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) on Tuesday opened its doors for an unusual guest from Islamabad police to exhibit his paintings on ‘violence against women’.
Mehmood Ahmed, head constable of Islamabad Police, picked up his brush to highlight the sufferings of women in this male dominated
Mehmood Ahmed, head constable of Islamabad Police, picked up his brush to highlight the sufferings of women in this male dominated
Tuesday 9 October 2012
For Each A Different Tale at Rohtas Gallery
For Each A Different Tale
Paintings Exhibition
by
SHANZEY MIR
MUIZZA SHUAIB
AZANAT MANSOOR
on Wednesday 10 October 2012 at 5:30 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 18 Octorber 2012
Daily 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Rohtas Gallery
House 57-B, Street 26,
Paintings Exhibition
by
SHANZEY MIR
MUIZZA SHUAIB
AZANAT MANSOOR
on Wednesday 10 October 2012 at 5:30 pm
the Exhibition will countinue till 18 Octorber 2012
Daily 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Rohtas Gallery
House 57-B, Street 26,
Annual Display of Visual Arts Show Concludes at LCWU
Annual Display of Visual Arts Show Concludes at LCWU, Annual Display of Visual Arts Show, annual degree show, annual degree show of students, students of Design, Visual Arts, From Dot 2 Design, Lahore College for Women University, Pakistan Institute of Fashion, PIFD, artwork, WWF, Outfitters,
I had no choice but to hear you by Adeela Suleman
I had no choice but to hear you
Exhibition of Artworks
by
ADEELA SULEMAN
AN ALUMNI AND FACULTY MEMBER OF THE INDUS VALLEY SCHOOL OF ART AND ARCHITECTURE, ADEELA HAS NUMEROUS
INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL SHOWS TO HER CREDIT.
on Tuesday 09, October 2012, at 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
the
Exhibition of Artworks
by
ADEELA SULEMAN
AN ALUMNI AND FACULTY MEMBER OF THE INDUS VALLEY SCHOOL OF ART AND ARCHITECTURE, ADEELA HAS NUMEROUS
INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL SHOWS TO HER CREDIT.
on Tuesday 09, October 2012, at 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
the
Friday 5 October 2012
Six-day workshop on photography concluded
With individuals of different age groups and academic backgrounds participating, a six-day workshop on photography concluded at Minerva, reflecting the increasing interest of people in photography, regardless of their academic and career choices.
The workshop was planned to accommodate
The workshop was planned to accommodate
Paper Lamp Workshop
Paper Lamp Workshop
by
Artist
SOUMYAJIT CHOUDHURY
"Technically I would describe myself as a 'Material artist' who likes to experiment with conventional and non conventional materials in very non conventional ways."
2 Day Workshop
on 5 & 6 October 2012 at 3 to 7 pm
This workshop is
by
Artist
SOUMYAJIT CHOUDHURY
"Technically I would describe myself as a 'Material artist' who likes to experiment with conventional and non conventional materials in very non conventional ways."
2 Day Workshop
on 5 & 6 October 2012 at 3 to 7 pm
This workshop is
International exhibition experience shared in VM Art Gallery
As part of the series of cultural events recently announced by the German consulate and the Goethe Institut, a discussion on art with respect to the 13th edition of an international exhibition, Documenta, was held at the V.M. Art Gallery on Thursday.
Documenta came into being in 1955 in Kassel,
Documenta came into being in 1955 in Kassel,
Abu Dhabi Feast Worldwide at Abu Dhabi Art Hub
Time has flown! You may remember our post about the exciting Abu Dhabi Feast Worldwide. Well, it is on Friday October 5 from 7pm at the Abu Dhabi Art Hub.
I hope you will be able to make it, friends, family and colleagues are most welcome.
The Feast Worldwide is a dinner party with thousands
I hope you will be able to make it, friends, family and colleagues are most welcome.
The Feast Worldwide is a dinner party with thousands
Thursday 4 October 2012
New Arrangements at Drawing Room Gallery
An exhibition bringing five artists from different mediums under one roof opened at the Drawing Room Gallery on Tuesday.
Works by three photographers and two painters have been displayed at the exhibition titled New Arrangements, all of which have strong colours and messages.
Travel
Works by three photographers and two painters have been displayed at the exhibition titled New Arrangements, all of which have strong colours and messages.
Travel
Monday 1 October 2012
Imaginary Beings - New Works by Iqbal Hussain
Imaginary Beings
New Works
by
IQBAL HUSSAIN
on Friday 5 October 2012, at 5:00 pm
Zahoor-ul-Akhlaq Gallery
NCA Lahore,
Lahore - Pakistan.
An image is usually different from what it represents. It is assumed that image is merely an ephemeral entity compared to body that it refers; yet
New Works
by
IQBAL HUSSAIN
on Friday 5 October 2012, at 5:00 pm
Zahoor-ul-Akhlaq Gallery
NCA Lahore,
Lahore - Pakistan.
An image is usually different from what it represents. It is assumed that image is merely an ephemeral entity compared to body that it refers; yet
Gandhara Film Festival 2012 results
The two-day Gandhara Film Festival ended on late Saturday evening.
The following were declared the winning films by jury: Heer Ranjha by Kareemul Islam was the winner in the feature films category followed by Ish Pata by Afsheen Sajid Ali.
Divine Nostalgia won the first prize in the short
The following were declared the winning films by jury: Heer Ranjha by Kareemul Islam was the winner in the feature films category followed by Ish Pata by Afsheen Sajid Ali.
Divine Nostalgia won the first prize in the short
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