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HYDERABAD, Jul 11 (APP):In an inspiring initiative to reconnect with the region’s rich artistic traditions, Shaheed Alla Uksh Soomro (SABS) University of Art. Design and Heritages, Jamshoro here on Friday hosted a two-days seminar and workshop titled “Echos of the Past: Reviving Cultural Heritage Through Ceramic Art”. The event was led by Ghaffar Mohiudin, a PhD scholar at the University of Granada, Spain and Assistant Professor at the University of Gujrat, Punjab. The workshop was coordinated by faculty member Muhammad Hassan Kashigar.
The workshop aimed to bridge Islamic art and architecture with contemporary ceramic practices, emphasizing the embodiment of heritage in modern sculpture.
The program commenced with an interactive session, introducing participants to the workshop’s agenda and engaging them in an enriching dialogue about traditional art practices, specifically focusing on Kashigari, the ancient tile art deeply rooted in the region’s history.
The participants received a detailed overview of traditional materials, their significance in heritage crafts, and their modern-day relevance. The sessions included live demonstrations of engobe application on greenware terracotta tiles and the classic Kashi technique on top of tiles. Each participant created a 6″x6″ tile, learning through hands-on practice and guided instruction.
Workshop highlights included: Pattern making using provided handouts, Design and sketching of unique Islamic-inspired motifs, Transfer of designs to terracotta bisque tiles, Surface treatment demonstrations, including skim milk smoke firing (open smoke fire) and gold leaf application and finally Practical firing sessions, allowing participants to experience traditional methods first-hand.
The final segment featured a display of participants’ finished ceramic tiles and a reflective discussion on the cultural and spiritual connections fostered through the creative process.
Prof. Ghafar Mohiudin emphasized the importance of such initiatives and said, “Art is a language of memory. Through ceramics, we not only preserve Islamic Art but give it new life in contemporary forms.”
Professor Ghaffar Mohiuddin met with the Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Dr. Arabella Bhutto and appreciated the efforts of SABS University in promoting the ceramics department.