RAWALPINDI (Dispatches) -- The Punjab Arts Council (PAC) has organized an exhibition titled “Islamic Calligraphy, Gardens, Mountains and Birds” by Sajida Malik and Shaista Haider.
Director General Khana-e-Farhang Iran Faramarz Rehmanzad was the chief guest of the event, according to a statement.
Addressing the ceremony, Faramarz Rahmanzad said that Islamic art was based on monotheism, which draws man towards Allah.
The artist, he said, is on the path of evolution and development towards Allah through his art.
Rahmanzad further said that calligraphy was an ancient art and a precious asset of Muslims. Islamic art was a mirror of our civilization and culture, he said.
“An artist is a bearer of love and peace. The people of Pakistan and Iran are like one soul and two moulds, and the fragrance of peace will spread through art,” he added.
Director of Arts Council Waqar Ahmed said the friendship between Pakistan and Iran was universal and exemplary.
“Iran is our neighbor and Islamic country. The friendship between Pakistan and Iran is ideal, and God willing, this friendship will become stronger,” he added.
At the end of the ceremony, certificates of appreciation were also given to both artists. A large number of people were present at the art gallery to see the exhibition.