AMAN KI ASHA
As part of the legendary poet Faiz Ahmad Faiz’s centenary celebrations in 2011, being held around the globe, Aman ki Asha and NuktaArt magazine are pleased to announce the Faiz Art Prize, 2011, in collaboration with the Progressive Writers’ Association
Aim:
This project aims to bring the collective expression of about 2000 artists in an exhibition at a public venue in Karachi. “Artists’ Messages to Faiz” will provide a visual and creative dimension to the poetry of Faiz, as artists from both Pakistan and India come together, the great poet’s message of peace for the world will be carried forth. Entries will be auctioned on the exhibition day, covered by the media. All remaining entries will be sold, and the funds collected from the sales will be used towards rehabilitating a potters’ village in southern Punjab, where the potters lost their homes and belongings to the floods of 2010.
Who can apply?
Practicing artists in South Asia can apply, and also those of the same origins worldwide.
Art students from the two countries are also eligible to participate. There is a limitation of one postcard per person.
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(Thanks to Pritam Rohila)