{"id":39686,"date":"2024-12-27T19:23:03","date_gmt":"2024-12-27T19:23:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=39686"},"modified":"2024-12-27T19:23:03","modified_gmt":"2024-12-27T19:23:03","slug":"exhibition-of-paintings-on-mountain-heritage-and-landscape-opens-at-rawalpindi-arts-council","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/exhibition-of-paintings-on-mountain-heritage-and-landscape-opens-at-rawalpindi-arts-council\/","title":{"rendered":"Exhibition of paintings on \u201cMountain Heritage and Landscape\u201d opens at Rawalpindi Arts Council"},"content":{"rendered":"<h5><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39688\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Painting-Youth-Climate.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Painting-Youth-Climate.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Painting-Youth-Climate-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Painting-Youth-Climate-100x70.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>Rawalpindi, December 26, 2024 \u2014 The Punjab Arts Council Rawalpindi and Devcom-Pakistan jointly organized a painting exhibition titled &#8220;Mountain Heritage and Landscape&#8221; on Thursday at the Rawalpindi Arts Gallery, in connection with the 14th Pakistan Mountain Festival. The festival is a signature initiative aimed at mainstreaming mountain challenges and celebrating the rich cultural and environmental heritage of Pakistan&#8217;s mountainous regions.<\/h5>\n<h5>The exhibition featured an impressive array of artworks created by talented artists and students. The exhibits reflected the vibrant cultural heritage, traditional architecture, and sports associated with Pakistan&#8217;s mountainous communities. Artists employed a variety of mediums, offering diverse perspectives on the theme.<\/h5>\n<h5>The event served as a visual celebration of mountain life and an artistic reminder of the urgent need to preserve this invaluable heritage in the face of environmental and cultural challenges.<\/h5>\n<h5>In the senior youth group, the first three prizes were won by Attiqa Malik, Shanza Noreen and Afia Risha respectively, while Salslabeen Aslam, Hamna and Syed Moazzam won first three prizes in the students category respectively.<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39690\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Painting-Youth-Climate-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Painting-Youth-Climate-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Painting-Youth-Climate-1-300x144.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/h5>\n<h5>Well-known artist Shahnaz Akram was the chief jury and chief guest of the occasion. She distributed certificates among the winning artists and praised the creativity and dedication displayed by the participants.<\/h5>\n<h5>In her address, Shahnaz Akram underscored the importance of art in highlighting critical social and environmental issues. \u201cArt has the unique ability to inspire and educate,\u201d she said. \u201cThrough this exhibition, we see not just the beauty of our mountains but also the challenges they face.\u201d<\/h5>\n<h5>Munir Ahmed, Executive Director of Devcom-Pakistan and founder of the Pakistan Mountain Festival, also addressed the audience. He emphasized the critical role mountains play in Pakistan\u2019s ecological balance, water security, and cultural identity. \u201cOur mountains are more than majestic landscapes; they are the lifeblood of our environment and culture.<\/h5>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"Hn0aEufGFY\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/alone-with-loan-pakistani-mountaineer-to-climb-highest-peak-of-south-america-in-argentine\/\">Alone with Loan : Pakistani Mountaineer to Climb Highest Peak of South America in Argentine<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Alone with Loan : Pakistani Mountaineer to Climb Highest Peak of South America in Argentine&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/alone-with-loan-pakistani-mountaineer-to-climb-highest-peak-of-south-america-in-argentine\/embed\/#?secret=q60xySBuHo#?secret=Hn0aEufGFY\" data-secret=\"Hn0aEufGFY\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h5>In the context of changing climate, it is imperative to protect and promote their environmental and cultural heritage,\u201d he remarked. He further lauded the partnership between the Punjab Arts Council and Devcom-Pakistan, noting that such collaborations are vital for raising awareness and fostering appreciation for mountain ecosystems and communities.<\/h5>\n<h5>The painting exhibition drew significant attention from art enthusiasts, environmentalists, students, and members of the public. Visitors praised the diverse range of artistic interpretations and the thought-provoking messages embedded in the artworks.<\/h5>\n<h5>The Pakistan Mountain Festival, organized annually by Devcom-Pakistan, is the world\u2019s largest festival dedicated to highlighting the challenges faced by mountain ecosystems and promoting the heritage of mountain communities. The festival includes a series of activities such as live painting, cultural shows, webinars, and community engagements to commemorate International Mountain Day.<\/h5>\n<h5>The exhibition &#8220;Mountain Heritage and Landscape&#8221; was a successful platform to engage the public, celebrate mountain life, and advocate for the preservation of Pakistan\u2019s invaluable natural and cultural treasures. The organizers expressed their gratitude to all participants and pledged to continue their efforts to mainstream mountain-related issues.<\/h5>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"HRBYp8hXid\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-december-2024\/\">Pakistan in the World \u2013 December 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pakistan in the World \u2013 December 2024&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-december-2024\/embed\/#?secret=QVvzdnhatu#?secret=HRBYp8hXid\" data-secret=\"HRBYp8hXid\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rawalpindi, December 26, 2024 \u2014 The Punjab Arts Council Rawalpindi and Devcom-Pakistan jointly organized a painting exhibition titled &#8220;Mountain Heritage and Landscape&#8221; on Thursday at the Rawalpindi Arts Gallery, in connection with the 14th Pakistan Mountain Festival. 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