Abdul Karim Solangi Explained

Abdul Karim Solangi (born 1943) is a Pakistani artist known for his work in kinetic sculpture in Pakistan.[1] [2] His sculptures, made from recycled fabric, wastepaper, and plaster, depict village life in Sindh.[3]

Career

Solangi's interest in art began in his youth, influenced by his family's connection to Sindhi culture and heritage.[3] In 1985, he created a kinetic sculpture depicting a blacksmith and an apprentice.[3]

While working in the Sindh education sector, Solangi travelled throughout the province, learning about the culture.[3] This led him to produce artworks, some of which include representations of figures such as Sufi singer Allan Fakir, folk vocalist Jalal Chandio, and musician Misri Khan Jamali.[3]

As of 2021, Solangi worked out of his one-room City Museum in Lyari's Moosa Lane, which functioned as both his residence and workspace.[3] [4] The museum, open to the public, contains over 20 of his artworks.[3]

Recognition

Solangi received the Presidential Pride of Performance Award in 2015.[3] [5] His work has been exhibited at the Karachi Expo Centre and the Pakistan Arts Council.[3]

Notes and References

  1. News: ساکت مجسموں میں روح پھونکنے والا لیاری کا انوکھا فنکار. BBC News اردو . Lyari's Unique Artist Breathing Soul into Still Sculptures.
  2. Web site: لیاری کا فنکار 35 سال سے سندھ کی ثقافت کی ترویج میں مصروف . The artist from Lyari has been engaged in promoting the culture of Sindh for 35 years . Daily Express.
  3. Web site: Kinetic sculptor brings Sindh's culture to life. July 26, 2021. The Express Tribune.
  4. Web site: City Museums – Abdul Karim Solangi's Cultural Museum. November 10, 2019.
  5. Web site: Slain KU dean among civil awards recipients. The Newspaper's Staff. Reporter. March 24, 2015. DAWN.COM.