<\/a>Inspired by the paintings of noted Bangladeshi expatriate artist Shahabuddin Ahmed, three Chinese painters have created a number of hand embroidered silk needle painting. Under the title \u201cSilk Story\u201d, the exhibition opens today at Gallery Chitrak in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. Shahabuddin Ahmed will inaugurate the exhibition as chief guest.
\nNeedle painting is also known as thread painting. Painting with a needle and long and short\u00a0stitch is a hand embroidery technique, generally creating realistic pictures.
\nAbout the exhibition, Mohammad Moniruzzaman, executive director of Gallery Chitrak, said, \u201cThe technique is completely different and new to us. The technique of needle painting takes months of practice to master. The medium is quite expensive and time consuming. About 15 works will be on display at the exhibition.\u201d
\nThe exhibition will continue till October 5.<\/p>\n

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