about me
Welcome to the official website of Iqbal Hossain, a contemporary realistic painter known for his exceptional work in watercolors. Born in 1975 in Kishoreganj, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Iqbal has dedicated his life to capturing the natural beauty and daily life of the people of Bangladesh through his own unique painting style.
Iqbal’s paintings are characterized by their thematic focus and rich use of color. He has a deep appreciation for folk art and often incorporates elements of this traditional style into his contemporary works. His paintings are known for their ability to convey direct messages, information and themes directly to the viewer.
Iqbal has received widespread recognition for his paintings and has participated in numerous exhibitions both in Bangladesh and abroad. He has a strong following of art lovers and collectors who appreciate his ability to bring the beauty of Bangladesh to life in his paintings.
We invite you to explore the world of Iqbal Hussain through his paintings and to discover the rich culture and tradition of Bangladesh. Whether you are an art lover or a collector, we believe that Iqbal’s work will leave a lasting impression on you.
EXHIBITION
• 24th National Arti Exhibition 2021, National Art Gallery, Dhaka Bangladesh
• 1st Solo Water Colour Exhibition, Alliance Francoise De Chittagong’98
• 21st National Charukola Exhibition 2015, Shilpokola Academy, Dhaka
• 20th National Charukola Exhibition 2014, Shilpokola Academy, Dhaka
• 11th Young Artist Art Exhibition In Dhaka’96, Bangladesh
• 12th Young Artist Art Exhibition In Dhaka’98, Bangladesh
• Berger Young Artist Art Exhibition In Dhaka’96, Bangladesh
• Berger Young Artist Art Exhibition In Dha ka’97, Bangladesh
• Berger Young Artist Art Exhibition In Dhaka’99, Bangladesh
• Samakalin Artist Art Exhibition Chittagong’96, Bangladesh.
AWARDS
• Shilpacharja Zainul Abedin Smrity (Best Award-1996) Institute of Fine Arts, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
• Water Color Best Award (1993) Chittagong University of Fine Arts
• Samakalin Chattagram’96 (Hon’ble) Chittagong Bangladesh
• National Children Art Compitition’88 (Gold Medal) Bangladesh
• Shankar’s International Art Compitition’88 (Silver Medal) India
• Shankar’s International Art Compitition’89 (Silver Medal)- India
• Shankar’s International Art Compitition’91 (Gold Medal)- India
• Also (60) sixty prizes At different national and local stages.