TIMES REPORT
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) hosted an engaging artist talk and exhibition by renowned Bangladeshi artist and academic Prof. Dr. Md. Abdus Sattar at the National Art Gallery, Islamabad, today. The exhibition was inaugurated by Mr. Hassan Raza Syed, Member Board of Governor PNCA, alongside the Director General PNCA M. Ayoub Jamali and delegates from Bangladesh.
During the artist talk, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdus Sattar shared insights into his artistic journey, personal experiences, and the historical and cultural influences that have shaped his practice. He also discussed his artworks, explaining the ideas, inspirations, and creative processes behind them, offering the audience a deeper understanding of his artistic vision.
Born in Natore, Bangladesh, Prof. Dr. Abdus Sattar graduated in Fine Arts from the Bangladesh College of Arts and Crafts (now the Faculty of Fine Art, University of Dhaka) in 1971. In 1973, he pursued postgraduate research in painting and printmaking at Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan, India, on an Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) scholarship. His artistic practice reflects a sustained engagement with painting, printmaking, and visual expression, informed by his academic background and extensive experience.
The event was very well attended by art enthusiasts, artists, academics, cultural representatives, and members of the Bangladeshi delegation. The interactive discussion provided a valuable platform for cultural exchange, artistic dialogue, and strengthening the longstanding cultural ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Through such initiatives, PNCA continues to promote contemporary art, encourage engagement between artists and audiences, and foster international cultural collaboration.
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