Paintings by Abbas Hussain Saleem Baltee
I belong to District Ghanche Khaplu Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan. I started my early education from Khaplu.
I was fond of painting since my childhood. It was my passion. I secured first position in every art competition at school. As I was interested in Arts and paintings so I had so many hurdles and problems in my way as there was no particular institution in Khaplu or Gilgit Baltistan that promoted Art.
I used to make paintings in order to promote the culture of Gilgit-Baltistan. After making paintings I kept my paintings at home due to lack of Art Exhibitions in my area. Instead of giving up, I decided to continue my studies as well as my art work.
My family and friends encouraged me to a level that despite of my perseverance, I didn’t need any special institutions to continue my Art work. Art and painting is my hobby and passion. …