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Wild World: An Animal Map of the Planet by Anton Thomas

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Anton Thomas Wild World map

When artist-cartographer Anton Thomas began sketching Wild World in his Melbourne apartment during the quiet months of 2020, the world outside had shuttered. Yet, in that isolation, Thomas opened a vast landscape — an entire planet reborn through coloured pencil and pen. Over three years, he meticulously drew 1,642 animal species from every ecosystem imaginable. These included […]

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Love Beyond Words: How Artists Capture the Human & Animal Bond

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There are many kinds of love worth celebrating this Valentine’s Day. Among the most tender and enduring of them is the love humans share with their pets, a bond that artists through the centuries have immortalized on canvas, paper, and print. From Renaissance portraits to Japanese woodblock prints and modern Indian art, these depictions remind

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From Skinning Animals to Fine Art: The Diverse Journeys of Renowned Taxidermy Artist

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Dan Ostermiller, a native of Colorado-born in 1956, was deeply immersed in the world of taxidermy from a young age, thanks to his family legacy. His father, a renowned taxidermist, had travelled the globe for his craft, performing surgeries on animals in Africa, India, Alaska, and Canada. Dan’s upbringing was steeped in taxidermy, and it

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Animal Rights Activists Vandalize Jonathan Yao’s Portrait of King Charles III

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Jonathan Yao’s controversial portrait of King Charles III was vandalised by two animal rights activists at the Philip Mould Gallery in London. The protest, organised by the group Animal Rights, involved the activists using rollers to plaster a picture of Wallace, from the animated series Wallace and Gromit, over the monarch’s face. The incident was

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Rutvik Mehta Connects Rural Life and Contemporary Narratives Through Animal-Inspired Brass Sculptures and Ink Drawings

Artists of the Week /

Rutvik Mehta comes from the rural landscapes of Gir, and has been immersed in the world of domestic animals since childhood. This early connection with animals influences his artistic expression, as their forms, styles, and endearing nature frequently find representation in his works. Mehta’s art seamlessly blends his intimate relationship with his environment and his

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Rodrigo Braga: Crafting a Disturbing Reality with Man, Animal, and Myth?

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Introduction Rodrigo Braga, a contemporary artist hailing from Manaus, Brazil, has carved a niche for himself in the world of modern art with his provocative and deeply introspective works. Braga’s art is a complex exploration of the relationship between humans and nature, often incorporating animals, human figures, and personal experiences to challenge viewers’ perceptions and

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‘Immortal Tales, Fantastical Fables,’ Carries the Animals of Panchatantra and Mythical Arabian Folklore

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Threshold Gallery is showcasing ‘Immortal Tales, Fantastical Fables,’ a solo exhibition by Debjani Bhardwaj at Threshold Art Gallery, New Delhi, from March 18 To April 18. Drawing inspiration from the animal characters of the Panchatantra and the mythical human-animal hybrids found in Arabian folklore, this exhibition brings to life creatures that possess the power of

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Dreaming Animals: An Exhibition of Recent Works by Neeraj Bakshi

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“Dreaming Animals: An Exhibition of Recent Works by Neeraj Bakshi” is an intriguing exploration of intimacy and intricacy within small-scale formats. Neeraj Bakshi’s masterful creations redefine conventional perceptions of beauty and artistic expression. To know more about the exhibition dates and venue read on. Bakshi’s artwork transcends mere aesthetic appeal, inviting viewers into a world

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A Tapestry of Life: Why Depicting Animals and Birds in Ancient Indian Art?

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Birds and animals play an important role in human life. They are essential to many facets of human life, including food, entertainment, and ecological harmony. Due of the numerous advantages they provide, humans have frequently equated them with deities and given them supernatural abilities. Human and animal existence have been intertwined since the stone era.

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Unique Collaboration: People For Animals and P R Daroz Unveil ‘100 Bowls’ Exhibit

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Aditya Sisodia In a remarkable collaboration between People For Animals (PFA), India’s oldest and largest Animal Welfare Organisation, and master ceramicist P R Daroz, a groundbreaking exhibit is set to take place on the evening of August 4, 2023. The exhibit, titled ‘100 Bowls,’ introduces a new collectable art form that blurs the boundaries between

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