Artist paints vibrant colours of nature

Two-day solo exhibition to conclude at PAC today


Our Correspondent December 15, 2023
Visitors keenly observe artworks at a two-day painting exhibition titled "Mother Nature" at the Punjab Arts Council in Rawalpindi. Photo: Express

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RAWALPINDI:

A two-day solo painting exhibition titled "Mother Nature" started at the Punjab Arts Council (PAC) Rawalpindi on Thursday.

Over 50 works of artworks by the renowned visual artist Qazi Zahoorul Hassan have been put on display at the show exhibition which will continue till Friday (today).

Caretaker Punjab Minister for Primary and Secondary Healthcare Dr Jamal Nasir, who was the chief guest on the occasion said, "Flowers are a symbol of happiness while the beautiful colours of nature have been created by Allah Almighty for human beings. Nature has created not only beauty in flowers but also a fragrance that perfumes the heart and mind like no other."

The minister said there were seven colours of the rainbow peeping from the dark clouds during the monsoon or on the earth in the spring. The spring of colours and scented flowers were the real beauty of the universe which was not only the ornament of the earth but also the symbol of the glory of the houses and the beauty of the parties, he added.

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There is magic in colours and the colour of flowers has a significant effect on human habits, mood and personality,” said the minister.

PAC Director Waqar Ahmad said, "The 'Mother Nature' serves as a powerful reminder that we are all stewards of the earth, entrusted with the responsibility to safeguard and preserve its beauty." He said that the PAC always provided its platform to the artists to show their talent to the world. Hundreds of artists from all over the country had started their careers from the PAC, he added.

Ahmad said that the exhibition "Mother Nature" was a testament to the importance of preserving and cherishing the natural environment.”

Published in The Express Tribune, December 15th, 2023.

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