About Us - VMCTA – VM CENTRE FOR TRADITIONAL ARTS

About VM CTA

VMCTA, Where Passion Meets Heritage, And Creativity Knows No Bounds

The VM Centre for Traditional Arts (VMCTA) in Karachi is dedicated to preserving and promoting Pakistan’s rich traditional arts and cultural heritage. Our mission is to ensure that these art forms continue to thrive and remain vibrant in the modern world.

Drawing inspiration from the artistic traditions of our past, we offer a unique environment where practicing artists and expert teachers impart essential artistic skills and techniques to our students

Through our programs, students not only learn the intricacies of traditional arts but also explore ways to make these art forms relevant and impactful in contemporary society.

ACHIEVEMENTS AND FOCUS

In a significant stride, VMCTA earned recognition from the Sindh Technical Board of Education Our commitment reflects in our diverse curriculum, covering a spectrum of arts including Geometry pattern construction, Biomorph floral patterns, Illumination painting, Methods and Materials for natural pigments, Ceramic tiles and pottery, Woodwork Marquetry, and Textiles Dyeing techniques.

GLOBAL REACH

VMCTA’s reach transcends borders, drawing students from metropolises like Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Hyderabad, and across the globe—from the UK, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Japan, the USA, and beyond. Embracing a global community, VMCTA proudly extends its offerings beyond diploma programs, providing short and online courses.

VMCTA, where passion meets heritage, and creativity knows no bounds

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ACHIEVEMENTS AND FOCUS

GLOBAL REACH

GLOBAL REACH VMCTA’s reach transcends borders, drawing students from metropolises like Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Hyderabad, and across the globe—from the UK, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Japan, the USA, and beyond. Embracing a global community, VMCTA proudly extends its offerings beyond diploma programs, providing short and online courses.

OUR SUPPORTING PARTNER: RANGOONWALA TRUST

At VMCTA, our journey is enriched by the invaluable support of the Rangoonwala Foundation—a philanthropic legacy dedicated to transforming lives and communities. Founded by the late Mohamed Aly Rangoonwala, a visionary philanthropist, social worker, and influential industrialist, the foundation stands as a beacon of change and empowerment.

THE VISIONARY BEHIND THE FOUNDATION

Mohamed Aly Rangoonwala, a revered figure in South Asia and Europe, championed the principles of free trade, fair competition, and the moral duty of the affluent to uplift the less fortunate. His legacy lives on through the Rangoonwala Foundation, committed to driving social development initiatives for long-term sustainability and self-reliance.

MISSION AND VALUES

The Rangoonwala Foundation operates with a steadfast commitment to the empowerment of communities, transcending boundaries of race, color, creed, and religion. The mission extends beyond eradicating poverty to supporting primary, secondary, and higher education. A distinguishing feature of the Foundation lies in the establishment and support of Community Resource Centers, fostering technical and vocational training.

FUELING OUR VISION

VMCTA is proud to stand alongside the Rangoonwala Foundation in our shared commitment to nurturing talent, preserving cultural heritage, and fostering self-reliance. Their unwavering support enables us to bring the transformative power of traditional arts to aspiring artists, transcending barriers and creating a brighter future for communities worldwide…

OUR SUPPORTING PARTNER: RANGOONWALA TRUST

THE VISIONARY BEHIND THE FOUNDATION

MISSION AND VALUES

FUELING OUR VISION

VMCTA ANNOUCEMENT

The Prince of Wales, HRH announced the inception of the VMCTA at the Annual Master’s Degree Show at The Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, London in July 2017. He stated

“And finally, I am very proud to be able to announce today a new partnership with the Rangoonwala Foundation. Together, we intend to establish a new school for traditional arts and crafts in Karachi, Pakistan, which will, I hope, make a vital contribution to the arts in Pakistan and, furthermore, will introduce a new generation to the timeless principles that have defined their heritage.”

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Inception of VMCTA

In 2017, VMCTA's journey began with a collaboration with the King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts (KFSTA). KFSTA conducted thorough research to develop a curriculum focused on Pakistani traditional arts and heritage. Their team of expert artists traveled across Pakistan, engaging with key stakeholders and visiting prestigious arts institutes. They crafted course content covering disciplines such as geometry, illumination, biomorphic designs, woodwork, textile techniques, and methods for natural pigments and colors.HRH The Prince of Wales announced the vision for VMCTA at The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, London, in July 2017. This marked a partnership with the Rangoonwala Foundation to establish a new school for traditional arts and crafts in Karachi, Pakistan. The goal was to enrich Pakistan's artistic landscape and pass on timeless principles to future generations.

Vmcta, Karachi, benefited from visiting faculty from KFSTA, who not only delivered programs but also helped develop local talent for a self-sustaining educational model.

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