"Tradition, Technique, Technology – I ; Contemporary artists from Pakistan" Exhibition
Aicon Gallery
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Aicon Gallery presents a group show of contemporary Pakistani miniaturists. A tradition of the past, miniature painting is the most popular genre in today’s art world. Unavoidable to all who venture into the art practice—artist, collector, and viewer alike—this rich sense of history exists beyond the formal qualities of the works. As with all modern art, there is a complex, often over powering relationship between this practice and its history. This popularity is in part a result of this relationship.
Priding itself like most societies on is rich heritage, Pakistan struggles with the dilemma of how to deal with her history. Past can turn into a disturbing and often damaging force for all spheres of life. The past presents itself as an ideal solution or formula for challenging the present and this accumulation of conventions and well tried methods can pose a burden for those living in a post modern age.
Working separately in Lahore and Karachi, these four artists reference technique, taste and transformation of heritage as a means of identifying the urgency to address these issues of history and tradition. The artists included in this exhibition each take a unique approach to miniature painting and its history that both challenges the viewer and allows for individual interpretations.
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Schedule
from July 16, 2008 to September 06, 2008
Opening Reception: July 16, 6.30-9pm