ARTS OF

PAKISTAN
 VISUAL ARTS

Pakistan has a rich history in all the visual arts-

painting, architecture, textiles and decorative arts,
and sculptures. Traditionally, visual arts in
Pakistan have been influenced by Islam’s
preference for geometric shapes. These ancient
designs often look “modern” to people in the West.
To d a y, P a k i s t a n i a r t i s t s p r o d u c e a v a s t a r r a y o f
visual arts in both traditional and modern designs.

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 TWO-DIMENSIONAL ARTS

Pakistani artists paint on many

surfaces-canvas, paper, walls, even
furniture and trucks, in styles based on
traditional techniques and patterns and
modern processes alike

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 PAINTING
Since the creation of Pakistan in 1947, much of Pakistani
painting has been modern. While a lot of the work is abstract,
urban landscapes and country scenes are sometimes painted
with a new and distinct flair.

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 CALLIGRAPHY
he art of writing, inspired by the Quran and encouraged by a
national love for words and literature, has been taken to great
heights in Pakistan.

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 MINIATURES

The Mughals brought miniature painting to the land of

Pakistan, instilling a love of deep details in small
spaces.

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 SCULPTURE
Although there is ancient sculpture, most sculpture in
Pakistan is relatively new. Today, sculptures of
people and animals as well as abstract forms are
made using materials both ancient and evolving.

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 ARCHITECTURE
Pakistan’s stoneworkers have built magnificently for
centuries, but in today’s skyline, ancient buildings are
complimented by new structures including government
buildings and elaborate mosques with the simple lines of
modern architecture.

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 DECORATIVE ARTS
Decorative arts are found inside buildings as pottery, carpets,
and fabrics, and even on people as leather, jewelry, and
textiles. These handcrafts are a hallmark of Pakistani art.

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