Cheeky sculptures impressed guests at the University of Culture Graduate Art Show this year. Pic: Lwin Mg Mg

PLASTER, wood and fiberglass sculptures stole the limelight at the University of Culture’s 2006/2007 Graduate Art Show on August 28, held at the National Theatre.

Fifty-three paintings in oil, watercolour, pastel and acrylic were on display, but it was the third-year and post-graduate diploma students’ sculptures that caught the eye of many guests.

Most of the sculptures were made using traditional carving techniques taught in a specialised class at the university.

Gold and white heads stood out among the rest, one group of which displayed cheeky expressions and gestures.

The show was the 11th display of the University’s students’ work since the first was held in 1997.

This year’s show also included cartoon drawings, emphasising the University’s incorporation of popular culture into the syllabus.

After the show, the Univerity of Culture’s orchestra played to guests, and dance and drama students performed a three-hour-long concert featuring performances students had been learning throughout the year.

The orchestra played traditional as well as modern and foreign music.
The drama department’s performance involved a variety of traditional dance routines, marionette shows and Kaydara — Myanmar dramatic theatre.

Invited guests who appeared at the show included Korean Embassy official Myat Linn Htun, members of the University’s Board of Studies, former students and members of the Artisan Association.