Artists shine at miniature show

The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), National Heritage & Culture Division, has inaugurated a group exhibition titled "Miniature Marvels", showcasing the works of participants from a two-week Miniature Painting Workshop led by renowned artist Farrah Mahmood.

The exhibition opened on August 29, 2025, at the National Art Gallery, Islamabad, with distinguished visual artist Amin Rehman as chief guest.

The workshop, held from July 28 to August 7, brought together participants from diverse professional backgrounds - including engineers, doctors, advocates, architects, and artists - who honed their skills in the delicate art of miniature painting.

Featured artists include Attia Wadood, Azizah, Dua Amsal, Faiezah Shahid, Farzana Faisal, Fatima Farid, Hafssa, Muskan Janjua, Nayab Rizwan, Nusratje, Saima Shadab, Sania Ahmed, Shazia Javaid, Shirin Amir, Sofia Akhtar, Sumbul Nazir, and Wania Ali.

At the certificate distribution ceremony, Chief Guest Amin Rehman praised the efforts of workshop leader Farrah Mahmood and the PNCA Visual Arts Division team, including Director Mariam Ahmed, Designer Saba Zia, Noshaba Naz, and Zahidur Rehman. He also extended appreciation to Samreen and Fizza for their support.

Acknowledging the participants' achievements, Rehman commended Mahmood's dedication to promoting miniature painting, noting her ability to foster creativity and confidence among emerging artists.