The Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi, organized a special session and workshop featuring renowned painter Javed Iqbal Mughal at Studio II, Ahmed Shah Building. The event was attended by prominent artists, including Shahid Rassam, Muhammad Zeeshan, and Nazar ul Islam, as well as a large number of art students.

During the workshop, Javed Iqbal Mughal shared key creative techniques of painting with the students. The purpose of the session was to introduce aspiring artists to various aspects of the fine arts.
Speaking on the occasion, Javed Iqbal Mughal emphasized the importance of understanding colors in painting, noting that many students abandon art midway because they struggle with color recognition. The longer the liquid stays within the paint, the better the painting will turn out. What we think and create on the canvas brings refinement to the artwork. Recognizing colors is essential for fine painting, he said.

He further emphasized that good painting requires the use of high-quality colors. When you start painting, apply the base layer first, and then add the next layer after some time. White color is never used directly on skin tones; instead, a special technique is applied.

My work typically involves eight to ten figures, similar to those of different characters in a film. Not every element in my paintings is filled with color—some are intentionally left undefined. Just as in a film where the hero and heroine are depicted in warm colors and the villain in cool colors, my paintings also convey a storyline through colors, he explained.

The training workshop drew strong participation from the Arts Council’s art school students, who benefited greatly from the expertise of the seasoned artist.