Tiger Nazir Hossain
Pattachitra painting: Self-taught artist Nazir Hossain, aka 'Tiger Nazir,' specializes in folk art, particularly scroll paintings featuring tigers. His notable contribution includes the creation of Bantora Kun, the tiger mascot representing Bangladesh since 2015. AISD's teachers are some proud owners of his art.
Alia KamalΒ
Outdoor Watercolor Painting: Let nature inspire your brushstrokes as you learn the art of watercolour painting. Alia Kamal, the prominent artist will guide you through capturing the beauty of the garden scenery, creating a relaxing and creative experience while creating a beautiful piece of art.
Monir Hussain
Rickshaw Painting: A few things epitomise Bangladeshi culture as distinctly as rickshaw art. The vibrant colours, picturesque designs, and catchy motifs, expertly crafted, serve as an unmistakable representation of Bangladesh, instantly recognisable from afar and anywhere in the world.
Ian Lockwood
Ian Lockwood is an educator, photographer, writer and explorer who works at the Overseas School of Colombo in Sri Lanka. His passion led him to document events like the 1987 floods in Dhaka and exhibit his work at the Drik Gallery in 2000. After university, he volunteered at BRAC, wrote for Lonely Planet, and explored environmental themes in Bangladesh and India. Ian will be leading a workshop on street photography for this SAISA festival. You can see Ianβs work on his website and blog.