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On This Day, 22nd July American painter Edward Hopper remains a revered figure in the art world. Edward Hopper was known for his evocative paintings that capture the essence of modern life. From the famous ‘The Nighthawks’ to captivating Edward Hopper art prints and artworks, his oeuvre continues to leave an indelible mark on art […]
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Knowledge can be gained at any age. After having a detailed study on topics there are things unknown to us. So, we at Abirpothi present before you the lesser-known facts about artists around the world. David Hockney Artists, real artists, have to work. They can’t be hedonists. Really good painters are always working. The world
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JULY 19, ON THIS DAY “A painting requires a little mystery, some vagueness, and some fantasy.” – Edgar Degas Edgar Degas is a prominent figure in the art world known for his captivating paintings, sculptures, and drawings. Edgar Degas artworks are celebrated worldwide, captivating audiences with their portrayal of ballet dancers, horses, and everyday life.
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Tsuktiben Jamir A hundred years after Guttenberg’s Bible was printed for the first time, printing arrived in India in 1556 as a colonial import. It was initially used as a medium for evangelistic goals and afterwards for advancing commercial and political objectives, shaping a new purpose. However, printing was only employed to replicate and reproduce
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Smriti Malhotra Throughout art history, artists have continually pushed the boundaries of creativity and challenged conventional notions of what can be considered art. One fascinating avenue they have explored is the transformation of everyday objects into works of art. By altering and recontextualising these objects, artists have managed to provoke thought, question established norms, and
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Even a single Samvaad with noted writer, art curator, documentarian and collector Ina Puri is a study in fascinating anecdotes from the modern history and world of Indian art. It is a glimpse into the trajectories of the Who’s Who of the art world, whether it be stunning legends or more recent, exciting contemporary discoveries.
14th July. ON THIS DAY While artists tend to experiment with mediums, rarely do they switch. Oftentimes, they are bound by the popularity of their medium; hence pigeonholed. Then there are those artists who are colloquially known as the ‘jack of all trades.’ An Indian contemporary artist whose oeuvre includes paintings, photography, collages, sculpture, and
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14th July. ON THIS DAY. “Whoever wants to know something about me – as an artist which alone is significant – they should look attentively at my pictures and there seek to recognize what I am and what I want. ” – Gustav Klimt Today, art enthusiasts around the world gather to celebrate the birthday
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Kritika Verma I will begin by introducing the topic of graffiti and street art (henceforth graf/street art). Secondly, I will explain the emergence of Street art/ Graffiti in public spaces in India, explaining the importance of and justification for studying graffiti/street artists and their impacts on urban and rural landscapes. I will define the working
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Manmeet Kaur The relationship between Sikhism and the northern Hill States dates back to Guru Nanak\’s travels and has only grown stronger since then. Most intellectuals only contemplate the impact of these factors during the Maharajah Ranjit Singh era of the Sikh Empire, disregarding the connections of the last five Sikh Gurus who periodically visited, lived