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Art in Pakistan
Miniature brushwork, calligraphy, gallery walls and street murals.
Pakistani art runs from Mughal-era miniature painting taught at Lahore's National College of Arts to contemporary work shown in Karachi galleries, plus calligraphy, truck-art panels and city murals that put painting on the street rather than behind glass.
Top spots for art
- National College of ArtsPunjabHome of the modern miniature revival, Lahore.
- Lahore MuseumPunjabGandharan sculpture and Mughal painting collections.
- Karachi Biennale venuesSindhContemporary installations across the city.
- Frere HallSindhSadequain's ceiling mural, Karachi.
- Truck-art yards, RawalpindiPunjabPainted panels, chamak patti and hand lettering.
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Questions about art in Pakistan
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What kind of Pakistani art is covered on Pixistan?+
Mughal-tradition miniature painting, Islamic calligraphy, contemporary gallery work from Karachi and Lahore, Sadequain's murals, truck-art panels and city street murals.
Can I photograph inside Pakistani galleries and museums?+
Most public galleries allow non-flash photography of permanent collections; touring exhibitions and private galleries usually require the curator's permission. Lahore Museum charges a small camera fee.
Do artworks in these photos carry their own copyright?+
Yes. Photographs of contemporary artworks are editorial-only unless the artist has cleared commercial use. Clearance status is shown on each asset page.
How much does an art photo cost to license?+
Personal and editorial use is free with attribution up to 1920 px. A Standard commercial license starts at PKR 1,200 and an Extended license at PKR 4,800. See /pricing for the full breakdown.
Where can I see miniature painting being made?+
The National College of Arts in Lahore is the centre of the modern miniature revival; several NCA-trained studios in Lahore and Rawalpindi welcome visits by appointment.
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