Thursday, February 21, 2019

Art exhibition held at CUI

Islamabad :An Art Exhibition titled “Imaginary Scenes, Oriental Influences” by American born French Artist Wendy Billingslea opened at COMSATS University Islamabad’s (CUI) Art Gallery. The exhibition was inaugurated by worthy Rector CUI, Prof. Dr. Raheel Qamar. The exhibition was attended by eminent dignitaries as well as diplomats, artists, media persons and people from various walks of life, says a press release.It is pertinent to mention that Wendy Billingslea, a well renowned International artist is an American born French artist having remarkable achievements on her credit. Having studied arts from New York, Paris and London she has exhibited her works in Paris, London, Austria, Japan, Portugal and now also in Pakistan. Nine of her large scale paintings were kept in the exhibition mostly made with oil paints on Linen.Prof. Dr. Raheel Qamar, rector CUI expressed his pleasure over the successful opening of the show and the efforts of CAG Incharge, Farah Mehmood for organizing a highly stimulating exhibit. He thanked the artist Wendy Billinglea for bringing her art work to Pakistan and displaying at COMSATS University Islamabad.Wendy Billingslea also spoke at the occasion and explained the concepts behind her work in detail. She thanked the organizers for having given the opportunity to exhibit her work and a chance to interact with Pakistani artists. She said that she was enjoying her trip to Pakistan and was amazed at the hospitality extended to her during her stay. The exhibition will be on display till 3rd March, 2019.

from The News International - Islamabad https://ift.tt/2IADCgq

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