Sam Francis

Untitled, 1984

106.7 X 73 inch

Pakistan

Pakistan

Pakistan's contemporary art scene thrives on its unique blend of historical legacies and modern narratives. In the vibrant labyrinth of this artistic landscape, artists like Rashid Rana and Imran Qureshi fuse tradition with innovation. Spaces like the National Art Gallery in Islamabad and the Lahore Biennale Foundation stage this dynamic discourse, introducing a powerful Pakistani voice to the global art scene. Learn more about Pakistan's compelling contemporary art on Composition Gallery's website.

Rashid Rana

Veil II, 2004

Photography

C-Print

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Ink

Ink is a colored liquid or paste used for writing, drawing, painting, and printing. The term also refers to the process of applying ink to mark, cover, stain, draw, or trace over pencil lines. Ink can be applied using various tools, such as pens, brushes, and quills.

Linocut

Linocut is a printmaking technique similar to woodcut, where a sheet of linoleum is used as the relief surface. The design is carved into the linoleum using a V-shaped gouge or chisel, creating raised areas that form a mirror image of the final print. Ink is applied to the raised areas with a roller, and the linoleum sheet is then pressed onto fabric or paper. The printing can be done by hand or with a press.

Art Brut

Art Brut, a French term meaning Raw Art, was coined by Jean Dubuffet to describe art created outside the conventional fine arts tradition. Dubuffet used the term to refer to works made by self-taught artists, including the mentally ill, prisoners, and others on the margins of society. He also called it Outsider Art. This art is characterized by its raw, unrefined nature, often created without concern for traditional presentation or imitation.

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