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Muhammad Javed (born 1942) is a Pakistani painter, art curator, and writer. [1] [2]
Muhammad Javed was born in 1942 in Sheikhupura, Punjab, Pakistan. [3] [4] He joined the National College of Arts (NCA) Lahore, where he studied under Shakir Ali. [3] [5] He graduated in fine art (painting) in 1962 from NCA Lahore. [6] [7] [8] Later, he also studied urban and regional planning at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA. [9] In 1989, Javed received the First Annual Distinguished Artist Award from MIT. [6] He also attended courses in education technology, communication, planning and development and housing. [9]
During his career, he has been painting since his graduation from NCA in 1962. He has a number of solo shows at his credit held nationally and internationally. [8] [10] In addition he regularly participates in group shows. He has spent his life in Lahore, where he has worked to conserve the environmental and architectural heritage of Lahore. [3]
Javed is recognized as a senior artist in Pakistan, noted for his distinct technique, style, and versatility. [8]
Javed has developed a signature style since the 1970s that incorporates elements of modern Pakistani art. [11] His work often reflects social, cultural, and political themes, and he continues to produce art that comments on contemporary issues. [11]
Javed was influenced by his mentor Shakir Ali's rational approach to art, adopting similar styles in his early work from around 1965. [11] His paintings from this time, such as "The Real Power" (1965) and "The Need for a Tonga" (1973), demonstrate this modernist influence. [11] Over time, he evolved his artistic approach to focus more on social commentary, as seen in his later works like "Through an Underpass" and "The Foggy Evening" (both 2015), which reflect on everyday life and societal issues. [11]
Javed has also experimented with different mediums, including charcoal and calligraphy, notably during General Ziaul Haq's regime (1977-88), a time when many artists explored calligraphy. [11] However, he eventually returned to his foundational modern and stylized approach to art, which remains focused on societal narratives. [11]