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Sujata Parashar’s latest Book, ‘Sunflowers: Incredible Journeys of Epic Women Artists from India,’ Launched at the Delhi World Book Fair

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Sujata Parashar’s latest literary masterpiece, ‘Sunflowers: Incredible Journeys of Epic Women Artists from India,’ was unveiled with great enthusiasm at the Delhi World Book Fair in Pragati Maidan. Hosted as a part of the esteemed Pragati Vichaar Literature Festival (PVLF) under the auspices of the National Book Trust (NBT), the launch garnered widespread acclaim. The […]

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Young Artists on the Rise: Yuva Sambhav Exhibition Highlighted Amid Grant Awards

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In the dynamic world of contemporary art, emerging talents are making their mark on the global stage, garnering recognition for their innovative work and creative contributions. Recent developments highlight the vibrancy and diversity of artistic expression, with artists securing grants, participating in prestigious exhibitions, and earning accolades for their noteworthy endeavours. One such showcase of

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Sunil Gupta Turns Back Time; Showcases Queer Rights in 1980s London

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If you consider yourself a vanguard of queer rights and have a passion for photography, the newest exhibition at the Vadehra Art Gallery will be your Mecca. The gallery unveils a special project by Indo–Canadian, London-based photographer Sunil Gupta titled ‘Come Out.’ The never-before-exhibited series of black-and-white photographs shot in London from 1985 to 1995

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SpaceX’s Monumental Journey: Jeff Koons’s Art Blasts Off to the Moon

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After a series of delays, Jeff Koons’s highly anticipated 125 sculptures, aptly named “Moons,” embarked on their journey to the moon from Cape Canaveral at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This monumental initiative, known as “The Moon Phases Project,” marks a significant intersection of art and space exploration. Origins of the Project and Collaboration

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Does The Past Haunt and The Future Bestow? Zaam Arif’s ‘Waking Dream’ Has The Answer

Exhibitions /

A new exhibition is in town at the Vadehra Art Gallery. The gallery opens its door to the Houston-based Pakistani artist Zaam Arif, who is presenting his first solo exhibition in India titled ‘Waking Dream.’ On view till 1 March 2024, the show features a comprehensive suite of 12 small and large-scale oil paintings, offering

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Partition Settlements: A Look At The Refugee Landscape Post Partition

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Following the independence in 1947, India and Pakistan were divided, resulting in one of the biggest and bloodiest migrations of people in history. It was marked by unheard-of levels of suffering for individuals. Millions of people had to evacuate their homes for safety and a sense of belonging across freshly formed borders. Many people became

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Believing in Art Needs Emotion and Assamese People You Will Find are Most Emotional & Impractical (Part-2 )

Samvaad /

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From

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Grease Your Art Wheels to Make These Easy Oil Pastel Art Projects

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Have you ever looked at famous oil pastel artwork such as Degas’ ‘The Dancing Class’ or Millet’s ‘Dandelions’ and resolved to replicate their masterpieces? If the answer is yes, then we are in the same boat as you. An artist is defined not only through the narratives that they create with their paintings but also

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Can Sangita Jindal’s Hampi Art Labs Rewrite the Narrative of Art and Heritage in South India?

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South India’s ancient city of Hampi has long enthralled Sangita Jindal, a well-known art collector and philanthropist. She has been captivated by the rich history of Hampi since the early 1980s, characterising it as a “dynamic hub where art, architecture, and literature flourished from the 14th to 16th centuries.” Jindal is now achieving her goal

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