Islamabad: Under the auspices of Serena Hotels in collaboration with Nomad Gallery held a crafts bazaar and film festival on Saturday. Ambassador of Portugal Frederico Silva also addressed during Inaugural ceremony of Crafts Bazaar “Empowering women and communities through indigenous crafts” at local hotel. In the upcoming events during the two days of crafts bazaar the documentaries by Nageen Hayat on Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage and also on discriminatory laws in South Asia also planned to be screened. Exquisite collection of select crafts, textiles photos and ceramics will be on display. Films will be screened both days at 2.30 – 4.30 pm. The exhibits reflect nomad gallery partners from all over Pakistan; community based artisans, young graduates and entrepreneurs. Trendy yet indigenous designs. Rich hues of textiles from Sindh including silk and cotton ajrak , block printed textiles, totes, home accessories, Kashmiri embroidery and shawls, trendy ensemble, handmade toys by Granmani, exquisite silver jewellery by Amna Shariff and SS collection. Pottery by Shazia Zuberi, hand painted wooden cabinets, bowls and engraved slate items. Rakaposhi Naturals health foods by a young entrepreneur. Bright woven bags, cushions, accessories by Kimmy. Tribal Truck art products and furniture for gifts and self indulgence. Online
