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The “Decisive Moment” – A phototalk by Zeeshaan Jamal
Apr 12th
The “Decisive Moment” A phototalk by Zeeshaan Jamal
on Saturday 14 April, 2012 at 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Kuch Khaas House No. 1, Street 1, F-6/3, (Entrance on Margalla Road) Islamabad-Pakistan.
Zeeshaan Jamal studied Electrical Engineering at the State University of New York, Buffalo and then after failing to tame the demons of creativity engulfed within, submitted to being a full time Photographer/ Cinematographer.
He is extremely passionate about his work, loves the people he works with and wants to spend the rest of his life doing exactly what he is doing right now i.e.: chasing that ‘Decisive Moment’
Zeeshan is going to speak about his work, More >
Mansoor Rahi solo exhibition start today at Gallery Louvre ISLAMABAD
Jan 14th
Rahi’s solo exhibition kicks off at Gallery Louvre ISLAMABAD Gallery Louvre exhibited a solo artwork of oted artist Mansoor Rahi here on Wednesday, showcasing all three sketching school of thought by the artist- synergy. It is a mix of harsh and soft sketching medium, iconography, a sketch developed by singular line without ant support or color and Volume, shades without lines. In addition, a fringe benefit to the art lovers is that the exhibition also hosted the actionist work of Rahi that depicts potential energy in a drawing and a painting dexterously manufactured. Rahi said Synergy is something that he More >
photographic Exhibition on mosques in Germany at the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)
Jan 2nd
Exhibition on mosques in Germany ISLAMABAD – In order to promote religious harmony, a four-day photographic exhibition “Mosques in Germany” started on Monday at the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI). The photographs show a collection of impressions on the theme of “Muslims and their houses of prayer in Germany”. The IIUI in collaboration with Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Pakistan organised the exhibition at the Central Library of the university. Around 50 pictures taken by various German photographers are displayed. Dr Ditt, the head of Policies and Cultural Affairs Section at the German embassy, and IIUI Rector More >
Urdu stage play ‘Sultan-e-Hind’ presented by ‘Aaina Theatre Group’ Islamabad at (PNCA) auditorium,
Dec 26th
Urdu stage play ‘Sultan-e-Hind’ ends with blame game presented by ‘Aaina Theatre Group’ Islamabad at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) auditorium, ‘Sultan-e-Hind’ ends with blame game ISLAMABAD – Hitches and glitches during the Urdu stage play ‘Sultan-e-Hind’, presented by ‘Aaina Theatre Group’ Islamabad at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) auditorium, remained dominant that continued to annoy the packed audience when the multimedia failed to work, while the performers kept on forgetting their dialogues and acts. The producer of the play, Kashif Akash, however accused the PNCA management being responsible for all the troubles, saying More >
PNCA showcases rare pictures of Jinnah
Dec 23rd
PNCA showcases rare pictures of Jinnah ISLAMABAD For the first time `a truly national` exhibition of papers, documents, photographs and manuscripts related to Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and the history of the region commences here at Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA). The exhibition was inaugurated by Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani. Being an attraction for the researchers and students, the exhibition showcases rare papers and more than 600 photographs including some portraying lively moments being enjoyed by the Quaid like riding horse and at a camping site. In one photograph he is seen sitting along a lake in More >
ISLAMABAD An exhibition of paintings of Karachi based artist
Dec 23rd
Exhibition on legacy of Rajisthani desert begins
ISLAMABAD An exhibition of paintings of Karachi based artist A S Rind opens here featuring the canvases that reverberate the rich traditional legacy of the Rajisthani desert. Rind uses a rich colour palette and a strong focus on design and pattern bring about pictorial richness to his work. He skilfully stylizes the women with strong sweeping strokes and adorns the canvases with motifs that trace ethnic patterns. The women appear long necked, wide-eyed; often with puckered lips and embellished elegantly with traditional ornaments. The parrot, rose and fish often emerge, creating an aura of More >
Painting exhibition starting today by Masood A Khan at Nomad Gallery ISLAMABAD
Dec 22nd
Painting exhibition showcases artist Masood A Khan at Nomad Gallery ISLAMABAD ISLAMABAD – The Nomad Gallery here on Wednesday held a press preview for the 16 exquisite contemporary artworks of Masood A Khan which are being showcased in an exhibition starting today. This would be the artists’ 5th solo show in the federal capital. Masood A Khan is a self-taught artist, whose paintings are outstanding for many reasons, more specifically due to uniqueness in their comprehension and style of execution. Whatever he has painted–a village scene, urban areas or still life, he has been successful in accurately visualising and capturing More >
Group Exhibaion Young Artists Put on Display
Dec 6th
ISLAMABAD: Imperfection – a group show by Lahore-based young artists, was put on display here Friday at Rohtas Art Gallery featuring unique art techniques by experimenting with the medium. Ahsan Masood, Amra Khan, Maria Khan, Mohsin Shafi and Sarah Mumtaz are among the artists questioning the ‘Perfect’ with their artistic skills through captivating images. The main idea behind the exhibition is the effort to bring about a social change through art. Mohsin Shafi uses television frames to outline the text that expresses people’s sense of frustration while watching television. He says, “My work is about instant communication that has made More >
