Satrang Gallery in Islamabad inaugurated "Do You Notice?", a compelling group exhibition featuring the works of five talented artists: Afreen Fatima, Aimen Manzoor, Emaan Pirzada, Schezre Syed and Zahra Jadoon. The show, curated to draw attention to the overlooked beauty in everyday life, will remain on display for a month.
Speaking at the event, Founding Director Asma Rashid Khan highlighted the exhibition's mission, "Satrang Gallery is thrilled to showcase the works of these extraordinary artists as they delve into the intricate details of our everyday lives, uncovering the beauty and complexity hidden in plain sight. Despite the seemingly simple and ordinary subjects, these artists have layered motifs, images and techniques, underscoring the constant stream of images, sounds, senses and information that individuals are continuously absorbing and analysing."
The featured works invite viewers to pause and rediscover the unnoticed fragments of life. Each artist brought a unique perspective to the show, creating a vibrant tapestry of visual storytelling.
Afreen Fatima's artwork explored her deep fascination with the sky. She shared "To me, the sky is not just a singular entity – it's everything. The fleeting colours and lights in the sky mirror emotions such as solitude, desire, and the longing for places and people who aren't here. The sky becomes a timeless connection, transcending physical spaces and borders through imagination and emotion." Afreen's work resonated with viewers by encapsulating universal emotions while remaining deeply personal.
Aimen Manzoor's vibrant figurative paintings celebrated the charm of everyday interactions. Farooq Kochai, a guest at the event, described her work as "eminently approachable." While referring to one of her works, he said, "People on the Suzuki truly reflect everyday life for many." Aimen's pieces captivated audiences by making the familiar extraordinary, encouraging them to treasure small, fleeting moments.
Emaan Pirzada's background in miniature painting shone through her mixed-media compositions, which document her emotional and sensory experiences of various places. "My work documents these experiences by creating compositions and altering perspectives, resulting in imaginary 'mind palaces' layered with personal reflections," Emaan explained.
Using traditional materials like wasli paper, along with graphite, watercolour, gouache and ink, she created nuanced pieces that juxtaposed warm and cold tones, capturing the emotional resonance of different environments.
Schezre Syed's artworks presented elusive landscapes that blur the lines between drawing and sculpture. Her creations evoked a sense of depth and intrigue, inviting viewers to explore layered interpretations of space and form.
Zahra Jadoon's art delved into the human form, exploring its many facets and its connection to nature. "I'm driven by the intricate dance of muscle, bone and organ – the very building blocks of our being. My work translates this fascination into pieces that are both unsettling and strangely beautiful," Jadoon shared.
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