Another article of Mr Nadeem Zuberi on watercolorists published by "PULSE".
AMIN KASMANI
By Nadeem Zuberi
May 20, 2011
Watercolour has been taken as the most powerful indigenous medium in visual art since Egyptian times dating back to the cave paintings of Paleolithic Europe. Watercolour painting is extremely old in the past the artists of the of sub-continent region use the medium as most communicative form of visual expression in most contemporary context. At first artists painted mostly houses and street scenes and boat scenes while the latter took for their subject the life of the people, such as fruit sellers, cage makers, tea stalls and also some figure studies of men and women but no close-ups of faces.
But for quite sometime watercolour medium is not being given the same status as it use to be, now most of the artist prefer oils, acrylic and other mix media to practice their art. Karachi School of Art has arranged a group show of some famous and other lesser-known artist’s artworks in watercolour medium to revive the tradition of watercolour. The show was aimed to bring admired, widespread and enduring medium, watercolour back to the centre of our cultural heritage.
Since its inception Karachi School of Art has played an eminent role in conserving and propagating the tradition of watercolour in Pakistan. Karachi School of Art has made especial efforts to bring this medium to the most contemporary context and practice in visual arts by imparting its education and including it in its curriculum.
At present most of the celebrated watercolourist in the contemporary art scenario in Pakistan belongs to Karachi School of Art. And most of the participating artists have also acquired art education from Karachi School of Art.
Ather Jamal’s charming and modern style colour variations painting at the exhibition was a treat for art lovers. He rises above the common practice of water colour. He skillfully renders light effects on the figures creating a third dimension with sensitive and sensible soft strokes in his artworks.
The subtle indication of the shadows from the lightest to the darkest is very apt and artful. He even catches the light reflected from one area to the other. His technique not only brings out the third dimension and the solidity of the figure but by the equal distribution of the light from one single source, hold together the image and gives it unity.
The development in watercolour painting in the late 60’s and early 70’s provided a base that nurtured many watercolour masters and Abdul Hayee was one of them. He is the most senior among the watercolourists much appreciated for his sensitive handling of the medium. Over the years Hayee's work has become softer and mature. He is one of a few eminent watercolour artists who graduated from KSA and continue to explore this medium.
His skillful application of colour and form show his engagement with the surrounding location which creates a bond with his paintings. He works with a profound understanding of his theme and medium. His artworks at the show have eye-catching view of the dreamy landscape carrying water, trees, and birds.
The effect of water and tall trees predominates with a changing tempo in his work. His paintings depict blooming flowers and shallow waters in fresh yellow, green and blues. Exploring nature through the genre of landscapes and seascapes, Hayee creates aesthetically beautiful works of art motivated by his relationship with the surroundings.
Exotic yet delicately manipulating various subjects regarding women Inam Raja uses different motifs along with women figures enhancing impact of his artworks at the show. He tried to bring light to the positive aspects of life.
He aspires to promote such positive note to revive the good old connections in the lives of women. His skills can be judged by the diversity of images, colours and confident strokes in his paintings while bold and sharp lines in his drawings. He renders emotions and fervour with fresh and unique compositions which are skilfully created.
His paintings are visually appealing, dramatic and romanticized through symbols. The patterns in paintings are enhanced by the splashes of colours thus controlling in compositions. He used coloured spots at different places in his work to create harmony and balance. He has also made a good use of light and dark shades to show different emotional moments in women’s life.
Amin Kasmani, also a diploma holder from Karachi School of Art mostly paints the realistic and impressionistic paintings depicting the surrounding ambiance. His paintings at the display define beauty in the form of different landscape paintings which he shares with the viewers and let them enjoy its beauty that soothe the soul.
He tries to make others realize and ponder about the nature’s beauty. He says if one praises the nature’s gift then he/she thinks about preserving it and through his work in a way he shares a little in preserving nature. Whether landscape or seascape Amin’s artworks give pleasure to the tired eyes. His paintings depict immense tranquility, peace and serenity of life, his canvas soothes the eyes and gives you an inner feeling of calmness. He works in detail and takes care of every tiny aspect of the scene he is about to paint. One can witness it in his landscape and rural scenes.
S A Noory successfully captures the aesthetics of the subject; the colour combinations along with perfect use of light and shadow enhance his paintings visual effects. He dealt with the subject very carefully. His painting at the show depicts a Sufi ‘Saint’ who is lost in love of Almighty.
The man with his unique dress and ornaments in deep thought while praising the creator is wonderful. The portraying of facial expressions and situation he chooses match with the moods of the subject. He acquires finest details with accuracy in his paintings.
The watercolour artists who participated in the exhibition included Abdul Hayee, Ather Jamal, Amin Kasmani, Dr. Manzoor, Inam Raja, Ghalib Baqar, G Abbas Kamagar, S.A. Noori, Saleem Akhter, Zafar Mahmood and Zohair Siddiqui.
AMIN KASMANI
By Nadeem Zuberi
May 20, 2011
Watercolour has been taken as the most powerful indigenous medium in visual art since Egyptian times dating back to the cave paintings of Paleolithic Europe. Watercolour painting is extremely old in the past the artists of the of sub-continent region use the medium as most communicative form of visual expression in most contemporary context. At first artists painted mostly houses and street scenes and boat scenes while the latter took for their subject the life of the people, such as fruit sellers, cage makers, tea stalls and also some figure studies of men and women but no close-ups of faces.
But for quite sometime watercolour medium is not being given the same status as it use to be, now most of the artist prefer oils, acrylic and other mix media to practice their art. Karachi School of Art has arranged a group show of some famous and other lesser-known artist’s artworks in watercolour medium to revive the tradition of watercolour. The show was aimed to bring admired, widespread and enduring medium, watercolour back to the centre of our cultural heritage.
Since its inception Karachi School of Art has played an eminent role in conserving and propagating the tradition of watercolour in Pakistan. Karachi School of Art has made especial efforts to bring this medium to the most contemporary context and practice in visual arts by imparting its education and including it in its curriculum.
At present most of the celebrated watercolourist in the contemporary art scenario in Pakistan belongs to Karachi School of Art. And most of the participating artists have also acquired art education from Karachi School of Art.
Ather Jamal’s charming and modern style colour variations painting at the exhibition was a treat for art lovers. He rises above the common practice of water colour. He skillfully renders light effects on the figures creating a third dimension with sensitive and sensible soft strokes in his artworks.
The subtle indication of the shadows from the lightest to the darkest is very apt and artful. He even catches the light reflected from one area to the other. His technique not only brings out the third dimension and the solidity of the figure but by the equal distribution of the light from one single source, hold together the image and gives it unity.
The development in watercolour painting in the late 60’s and early 70’s provided a base that nurtured many watercolour masters and Abdul Hayee was one of them. He is the most senior among the watercolourists much appreciated for his sensitive handling of the medium. Over the years Hayee's work has become softer and mature. He is one of a few eminent watercolour artists who graduated from KSA and continue to explore this medium.
His skillful application of colour and form show his engagement with the surrounding location which creates a bond with his paintings. He works with a profound understanding of his theme and medium. His artworks at the show have eye-catching view of the dreamy landscape carrying water, trees, and birds.
The effect of water and tall trees predominates with a changing tempo in his work. His paintings depict blooming flowers and shallow waters in fresh yellow, green and blues. Exploring nature through the genre of landscapes and seascapes, Hayee creates aesthetically beautiful works of art motivated by his relationship with the surroundings.
Exotic yet delicately manipulating various subjects regarding women Inam Raja uses different motifs along with women figures enhancing impact of his artworks at the show. He tried to bring light to the positive aspects of life.
He aspires to promote such positive note to revive the good old connections in the lives of women. His skills can be judged by the diversity of images, colours and confident strokes in his paintings while bold and sharp lines in his drawings. He renders emotions and fervour with fresh and unique compositions which are skilfully created.
His paintings are visually appealing, dramatic and romanticized through symbols. The patterns in paintings are enhanced by the splashes of colours thus controlling in compositions. He used coloured spots at different places in his work to create harmony and balance. He has also made a good use of light and dark shades to show different emotional moments in women’s life.
Amin Kasmani, also a diploma holder from Karachi School of Art mostly paints the realistic and impressionistic paintings depicting the surrounding ambiance. His paintings at the display define beauty in the form of different landscape paintings which he shares with the viewers and let them enjoy its beauty that soothe the soul.
He tries to make others realize and ponder about the nature’s beauty. He says if one praises the nature’s gift then he/she thinks about preserving it and through his work in a way he shares a little in preserving nature. Whether landscape or seascape Amin’s artworks give pleasure to the tired eyes. His paintings depict immense tranquility, peace and serenity of life, his canvas soothes the eyes and gives you an inner feeling of calmness. He works in detail and takes care of every tiny aspect of the scene he is about to paint. One can witness it in his landscape and rural scenes.
S A Noory successfully captures the aesthetics of the subject; the colour combinations along with perfect use of light and shadow enhance his paintings visual effects. He dealt with the subject very carefully. His painting at the show depicts a Sufi ‘Saint’ who is lost in love of Almighty.
The man with his unique dress and ornaments in deep thought while praising the creator is wonderful. The portraying of facial expressions and situation he chooses match with the moods of the subject. He acquires finest details with accuracy in his paintings.
The watercolour artists who participated in the exhibition included Abdul Hayee, Ather Jamal, Amin Kasmani, Dr. Manzoor, Inam Raja, Ghalib Baqar, G Abbas Kamagar, S.A. Noori, Saleem Akhter, Zafar Mahmood and Zohair Siddiqui.
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