Graffiti Art in Pakistan: A Step Towards Beautification
Graffiti has been a part of the urban landscape for generations. Graffiti art in Pakistan has been around since many years, and it continues to evolve today. But what is graffiti, exactly? Graffiti can be defined as any writing or drawings made on public surfaces without permission. The purpose of graffiti can range from political […]
Top 10 Pakistani Online Learning Platforms You Need to Follow
COVID-19 pandemic brought to the forefront an unprecedented scenario where the infection prevails beyond borders. In this article, we will discuss how COVID-19 has affected the educational sector and some of the mechanisms being implemented by different countries for providing alternate modes of learning. It will be followed by a discussion on the best Pakistani […]
Top Career Choices for an Art Major in Pakistan
There was a time in Pakistan when the boys were encouraged and pushed hard to become electrical, mechanical, or civil engineers. The others either went for civil services or joined the armed forces of the country. On the other side, girls were either allowed to become doctors or study arts as their major and later […]
How Asim Cheema is Bringing Wonders of Wildlife To the Lens
A man on a mission, Asim Cheema is an artist with the heart and soul of researcher. His photographs are filled with beauty that comes from exploring nature’s grandeur in his own backyard–a place where you can find everything from tigers to stallions! Cheema is a wildlife photographer who has gained popularity for his innovative […]
Padmavati: Facts and Myths
A volcano of anger erupted in Rajasthan after the movie Padmavat released in 2018. It stars Deepika Padukone. She plays the role of Rani Padmini or Padmavati. Her role is alongside Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor. Many critics are of the view that distorted history is visible in the movie. Reality is not visible. The […]
Pottery and Other Handicrafts of Sindh
A land of aesthetics The land that begins with water and ends with high peaks, Pakistan has seen it all. Our culture, our people, have signified the preservation of our heritage. In ruins like Rotas Fort, Taxila, Mohenjo Daro, one this is common, the colour in their art. The well-thought architecture, even now, can be […]
Ali Zahid Making Waves as First Pakistani Calligrapher Winning an International Award
Muhammed Ali Zahid, the first Pakistani known for making a boxing career while having type 1 diabetes, once again left Pakistan stunned. He won the first prize in the Al Baraka International Turk Calligraphy competition, held in Turkey in 2021. He previously participated in 17 international competitions and won several awards. The Al Barak International […]
10 Famous Inventions of Leanardo Da Vinci
Leonardo Da Vinci is the greatest Italian artist, painter, and engineer of the 15th century. He is commonly known to many of us for his famous painting Mona Lisa. Da Vinci, however, did not just paint. He had so much love for art that it made him come up with great ideas. The Renaissance artist […]
70 Decades Old Shah Allah Ditta Village and Buddhist Caves
Shah Allah Ditta Village: A Picturesque Historical Place Strikingly, the old village is titled after a well known Mughal Dervish Shah Allah Ditta and holds a significant presence for its evergreen historical background and beauty that overflows like a river. The age of this village is over seven hundred years and it has been utilized […]
Pay a Tribute to the Water Carriers of Pakistan by Taking Part in Heritage Photo Contest 2015
Silk Road Centre & Nestle Pakistan Organize the 3rd Heritage Photo Contest After the success of the competitions held in 2013 & 2014, this year Silk Road Centre collaborates with Nestle to hold yet another unique edition. The Silk Road Centre is an organization whose aim is to develop and promote culture, education and the […]
Exploring the Dazzle of Truck Art from Pakistan
Best of Pakistani Truck Art and Famous Truck Quotes of Pakistan Truck art from Pakistan is renowned the world over for its attraction and unique sense of artistic taste. Trucks in Pakistan are decorated with the paintings all over their bodies from local folk lore that gives them a Pakistani look instead of a vehicle […]
Multi-Talented Pakistani Street Artist Sanki King Excels Nationally & Achieves International Recognition as Well!
Sanki King… Whose real name is Abdullah Ahmed Khan is a highly creative and versatile young man who lives and works in Karachi. He can be considered the pioneer of establishing break dancing, calligraffiti, graffiti, parkour (an activity of getting from one point to the other using only your body most effectively), sneakers & sticker […]
Pakistani Artist Alia Bilgrami Wins Schoeni Public Prize at the Sovereign Asian Art Prize 2014/15
A Brief Introduction of Pakistani Artist Alia Bilgrami Alia Bilgrami is a visual artist who does mixed-media and miniature painting, photography and sculpture. Her artwork which has national and international recognition, has been displayed at Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore and London. She has done her Bachelors in Fine Arts from Indus Valley School of Art and […]
History Revisited as Dara Arrives in London
A Matter of Prestige: Dara Staged at the National Theatre Ajoka Theatre is known for addressing social issues and giving a strong message through their plays, but with Dara which was first shown in 2010 at Lahore; they took on an immense challenge which makes it unique. That is probably the reason why it has […]
Visual Wizardry: Pakistanis Are Creating Visual Effects Magic
How Visual Effects Have Made Movies Amazing! Feature films are very different from what they were two decades ago, especially those which rely heavily on visual effects as well as animation. This is because computers are being used in the art of making movies which has had a great impact on visualization. However what we […]
A Decade of Excellence: Reaching for the Stars (Part II)
Rising Youth of Pakistan The second half of the decade was even more remarkable then the first. You can read about the first decade of shining Pakistani stars in this article. The following can only give you a glimpse of the capabilities of our youngsters. Read on and be amazed. Pakistani Students Excel at Intel […]
A Decade of Excellence: Reaching for the Stars (Part I)
Rising Pakistani Youth Youth are the prime architects of the nation. They serve as the backbone of every country, so in short they are a great asset. And it can be said without a moment’s hesitation, that the establishment of Pakistan was possible due to the pivotal role played by the Youth under the guidance […]
Art Exhibitions at the Khaas Art Gallery
The Team at Khaas Art Gallery The Khaas Art Gallery, Islamabad, started off as ‘The Art Gallery’ in 1992. The foundation for the establishment was set in 1992 by local artist Momina Zuberi. Zishan Afzal Khan, art collector and gallerist; came in to partner with Momina on the Gallery, which in 2002 took on the […]