The Intersection of Tradition and Modernity: Surrealist Aesthetics in Contemporary Pakistani Miniature Painting

Abstract

This research explores an innovative fusion of traditional miniature painting technique with contemporary imagery in surrealist aesthetics. The study inspects how Waliullah Mirani picture the power of the subconscious and fleeting moments to generate dreamlike landscape and surrealist imagery in traditional technique of painting. Through evaluating the imagery, symbolism and formal elements of paintings, the study seeks to uncover the underlying cultural and psychological meanings. The paper will also discuss the artistic skills, mainly the use of traditional techniques, form, feature, imagery, concept and context of a contemporary form of art in perspective to juggle a sense of wonder and fleeting moments. Ultimately this study aims to understand the contemporary Pakistani art and the appeal of surrealism as a means of exploring the complexity of human psyche.