Sri Lankan artists' works go on display at PNCA

ISLAMABAD:

The "Passages of Light" art exhibition by Sri Lankan artists, Mueen Saheed and Bilaal Raji Saheed was held at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), National Art Gallery in Islamabad.

"I am pleased to have visited Pakistan and had the privilege of showcasing my work at such a prestigious venue. The exhibition at the National Art Gallery has been an exceptional experience for me," said Mueen Saheed while reflecting on his time at the PNCA at the conclusion of his 10-day long exhibition. He expressed his deep gratitude towards the people of Pakistan for the warm welcome and hospitality he received during his visit.

In a heartfelt gesture, he gifted one of his paintings to the PNCA for their permanent collection. The artwork was presented to PNCA's Director General, Muhammad Ayoub Jamali. This generous contribution will prove valuable to the PNCA's collection of international artworks.

The artists further extended his best wishes to the PNCA and expressed his hope for continued cultural collaboration between Pakistan and Sri Lanka that would aim to foster a strong bond through the shared language of art.

The PNCA Director General PNCA thanked Mueen Saheed for his contribution and dedication to promoting cultural exchange through his artistic endeavours.