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Neha’s first brush with the world of textiles was when she was drawn to her mother’s collection of sarees. In this article, the fifth of a series on textile art, we talk to the prolific artist about her journey so far. When she joined the National Institute of Design in 2002, during the foundation year, […]
The Architectural Marvel and History of the Leaning Tower of Pisa The Leaning Tower of Pisa is an architectural marvel and cultural symbol that also represents the fascinating balance between human cleverness, historical difficulties, and scientific progress. This enchanting building is frequently referred to as the Torre Pendente di Pisa and was designed typically for
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Andy Warhol If you want to know all about Andy Warhol, just look at the surface of my paintings and films and me, and there I am. There’s nothing behind it. – Andy Warhol Andy Warhol, the renowned pop artist and leader of the visual art movement, rose to fame for fusing art with the
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In the bustling metropolis of Delhi, architects play a pivotal role in shaping the city’s skyline and urban fabric. Renowned for its rich cultural heritage juxtaposed with modern development, Delhi offers architects a dynamic canvas to express their creativity and innovation. From preserving historical landmarks to designing cutting-edge sustainable structures, architects in Delhi navigate a
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Efficient Designs with Sustainability Sustainable urban planning involves designing and organising cities to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Eco-cities are essential role models for sustainable building designs because they combine creative solutions for social, economic, and environmental issues. Eco-cities and Sustainable Architecture
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June 18, On This Day Amid a lineage of prolific littérateurs and artists, the Tagore family, was yet another eminent painter and woman. Sunayani Devi was the younger sister of painters Abanindranath, Gaganendranath and Samarendranath Tagore, and the niece of Rabindranath Tagore. She was born to Saudamini Devi and Gunendranath Tagore on June 18,
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Why is The Blue Boy Still Alluring? Few paintings in Western art history have captured the public imagination, such as The Blue Boy by Thomas Gainsborough. This iconic 18th-century portrait continues to inspire artists, fashion designers, and cultural theorists alike. With its vivid use of blue, exquisite brushwork, and ongoing influence on gender and fashion
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Who was Artist Henry Lerolle? Born on October 3, 1848, in Paris, artist Henry Lerolle was the second son of Adele-Edme Delaroche and Pierre Lerolle, a bronze manufacturer, engraver and landscape painter. Henry began studying the violin at a very young age with Edouard Colón. He was a music prodigy. At the age of sixteen,
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Renowned Colombian artist Fernando Botero is well-known for his unusual figurative painting technique, defined by oversized forms and proportions. Born in Medellín, Colombia, on April 19, 1932, Botero became famous worldwide for his drawings, paintings, and sculptures. A style known as “Boterismo,” which emphasises volume and form, is frequently used in Botero’s artwork to show topics
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Who was Artist Francisco Goya? Artist Francisco Goya was a Spanish painter and considered the most important Spanish artist of the late 18th and early 19th century Western world. Drawings, engravings, and paintings by Francisco Goya reflected contemporary historical turmoils and socio-political changes. Goya is the last master from the old school of Western art,
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