Shakil
Ismail, one of the top calligraphers of Pakistan will be exhibiting his work at
Artciti Gallery on the 9 th of December, 2021 Not only does he specialize in
calligraphy, he is widely known for producing beautiful and detailed sculpture pieces
using metal, glass, gems and stones
His
current exhibition at Artciti will display calligraphy with metal, stone and glass
casting as well as metal and stone sculptures
Ismail
has had the privilege of exhibiting his work in nearly all well known art
galleries across Pakistan He has also displayed his work internationally
The
government of Pakistan has honored Shakil Ismail by displaying his work at the
Parliament House in Islamabad, at the Army house in Rawalpindi, at the Chief
Minister House, at the National Bank of Pakistan and many other government owned
facilities
Throughout
his career, Ismail has received many awards such as the following
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First position in the Sindh Artists Exhibition
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First position in the National Exhibition, Islamabad
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First position in the group show held by the Arts Council
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First prize, Sadaquain Award
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Second prize in the exhibition held at the National Museum, Karachi
Shakil
Ismail believes in promoting glass casting amongst the younger generation and
wants them to learn this particular mode of art