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Street artists, often characterized as urban creatives, wield the cityscape as their canvas, transforming mundane streets into vibrant galleries of expression. These intrepid individuals defy the confines of conventional art spaces, utilizing public spaces as platforms for their craft. Armed with cans of spray paint, brushes, and boundless imagination, street artists infuse life into concrete […]
In the Lane with 11 Street Artists Read More »
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
Dr Alka Pande is an art historian who has taught Indian Arts and Aesthetics at Panjab University for over ten years. Her major interests include gender identity, sexuality, and traditional arts. She has received numerous awards, including the Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters, the Australian-India Council Special Award, and Chandigarh Lalit Kala
The city of Mumbai is known for its glittering Bollywood industry and housing the tallest residential building in India – the Palais Royale, and its exquisite art galleries. But that isn’t all, Mumbai also has some of the most iconic bridges, from where you may enjoy the view of both landscapes and skyscapes. There are
An Evening of Architectural Delight at The Largest Auditorium in India Read More »
Judy Chicago was born on July 20, 1939, and she became a well-known artist, art educator, and creator of the first feminist art programme in the United States at California State University, Fresno. She is an American feminist artist whose intricate and narrowly focused installations contributed to the women’s liberation movement’s visual presence in the
Judy Chicago, the Metaphor of Sex and Art Read More »
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
Pencils, those humble yet indispensable tools, have long been an essential part of human creativity and communication. From the early days of charcoal sticks wrapped in string to the sleek, precision-engineered instruments of today, different types of pencils have played a crucial role in shaping our ideas and bringing them to life on paper. Let’s
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Background The contentious ownership of a 1917 drawing by Egon Schiele, titled “Portrait of the Artist’s Wife,” has ignited a legal battle in New York. The drawing, portraying Edith Schiele, holds both historical and artistic significance, valued in the millions of dollars. Claims and Counterclaims The heirs of Karl Mayländer and Heinrich Rieger, both Jewish
Restitution Battle: 1917 Egon Schiele Drawing Sparks Court Case in New York Read More »
Introduction Renowned 18th-century artist Gilbert Stuart is well known for his famous paintings of George Washington, which have had an enduring impression on American art history. This article delves into Gilbert Stuart’s life and oeuvre, examining his influence on art history and his lasting legacy. Gilbert Stuart: The Portrait Master Gilbert Stuart was a prolific
Introduction The human form has long been captivatingly expressed in figurative art, which has developed over time through a variety of movements and styles. Artists have always pushed the limits of depiction and interpretation, from the stark abstraction of form to the painstaking realism of figure drawing. This article delves into the diverse field of
Is the Journey from Realism to Abstract Fusion the New Paradigm of Creativity? Read More »