Imran’s sculptures depict social malaise

Exhibition of 14 wooden sculptures and dust paintings by Imran Hunzai opens at Rohtas Art Gallery.

ISLAMABAD: An exhibition of 14 wooden sculptures and dust paintings by Imran Hunzai  opened on Friday at Rohtas Art Gallery. The exhibition features social issues through a unique medium.

The artist describes his concepts of socio-economic issues with portrayal of bird sculpture, human figures and shapes that explain proverbs connected to social traumas.

The show entitled “Wood Woes” brings exquisite sculptures of masterly techniques of wood cutting and carving.

Artist and educationist Imran Hunzai hails from Hunza and trained as a sculptor from the National College of Arts, Lahore, in 2006 and is currently practicing and teaching at NCA, Rawalpindi Campus.

The artist has displayed his work in various group and solo shows throughout the country and maintained the identity of his work with elegant craft work.

The visitors termed the show as a depiction of incredible skills, ideas and execution. The show will continue till February 6. APP

Published in The Express Tribune, January 29^th,  2011.