Contemporary India and Pakistan

Due: Tuesday, November 23

Go to the Art 21 site that features Shahzia Sikandes interviews (http://www.pbs.org/art21/artists/sikander/clip2.html). Read both interview segments posted to the website: "Islam and Miniature Painting" and "Chaman." Write a brief (2-3 page response), addressing the following:

What has been this artist's experience drawing on both tradition and her own individuality? (include in the essay your response to her discussion of art training and religion).

In what ways is she addressing Indian diversity of belief and experience in her work? (Hindu/Muslim and East/West)

What surprised you most about her life and work? What interested you most and why?