A solo exhibit by artist Sherzada Khalid Iqbal recently opened at PNCA, National Art Gallery, Islamabad.

Iqbal’s artworks are characterized by their bold, vibrant colors and dynamic movements, conveying a sense of explosive energy. He employs layers of liquid enamel to create a fluid surface that seems to continuously shift, with colors arranged in intricate patterns. Without relying on brushes, he utilizes his hands to craft original pieces, drawing directly from his stream of consciousness. He staunchly avoids aligning himself with any particular artistic school of thought, preferring to leave the interpretation of his paintings entirely up to the viewer’s thought process.

The abstract narration of his work uses fiery hues that dominate the canvas, igniting the viewer’s senses with warmth and intensity. The tendrils of red interplaying with rust, yellow and orange create a mesmerizing display of light and colour.

Swirls of blue intertwine with bursts of fiery red, while streaks of sunny yellow and lush green crisscross through the intricate tapestry. Splashes of violet add depth and contrast, creating a dynamic interplay of hues that seem to pulse and shimmer with life. Each colour blends seamlessly into the next, forming a harmonious symphony of brightness and vitality that captivates the imagination. This abstract mesh of colours invites the viewer to lose themselves in its radiant complexity, evoking a sense of wonder and exploration in the boundless realm of creativity.
The transition from one colour to the next is so seamless, it’s as if they’re flowing like rivers, effortlessly merging and shifting with the slightest movement of your gaze. This fluidity creates a sense of movement and vitality, as if the colours themselves are alive and pulsating with energy, drawing you deeper into their enchanting embrace.

With each passing moment, new layers of depth and complexity emerge from the canvas, revealing hidden patterns and subtle nuances that were previously unnoticed. It’s as if the painting holds secrets waiting to be discovered, inviting you to explore its depths and lose yourself in its mesmerizing beauty.

As you immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of colour, you find yourself swept away on a journey of emotion and sensation, each hue evoking a different feeling or memory. It’s a symphony for the senses, a feast for the eyes that leaves you spellbound and entranced, longing to linger in its dazzling beauty just a little while longer.