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Fountain pens are specialised pens which distribute ink onto paper via their nibs. Unlike ballpoint pens, fountain pens rely on capillary action to draw ink from a reservoir within the pen and onto the paper as the user writes. This mechanism allows for a smooth and continuous flow of ink, resulting in a unique writing […]
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Introduction Faith Ringgold, a pioneering artist whose impactful career spanned seven decades, passed away at her home in Englewood, New Jersey, on Saturday. Her death, announced by ACA Galleries, her longtime representative, marks the end of an era for the art world. Ringgold’s multifaceted contributions, ranging from bestselling children’s books to incisive activism, have left
Introduction Johannes Gutenberg, a German inventor born in Mainz around 1400, revolutionised communication, education, and knowledge dissemination through his groundbreaking invention of the printing press. Before Gutenberg’s invention, books were copied by hand, limited to the clergy and aristocracy, and limited in terms of time and resources. Gutenberg’s invention revolutionised the production of books by
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Next month, a significant artwork by Jean-Michel Basquiat, titled “The Italian Version of Popeye has no Pork in his Diet,” will be up for auction at Christie’s in New York. Executed in 1982 during the artist’s peak year, the painting features Basquiat’s iconic imagery, including a crown, a wide-eyed face, and cascades of text, on
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Introduction Patachitra, the traditional art form of Bengal, once flourished in the Sunderbans but had dwindled over the years. However, a recent collaboration between the Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage (KSCH) and the directorate of forest, South 24-Parganas division, has breathed new life into this rich cultural heritage. An exhibition titled ChitroPot showcased the transformative
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Introduction The Whitney Biennial, often labeled as “safe” by critics, has long been scrutinized for its perceived lack of controversy and radicalism. However, the 2024 edition challenges this notion with a striking emphasis on video works and a poignant exploration of urgent political issues in American society. A Shift in Focus This year’s Biennial distinguishes
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In the annals of Indian history, few figures stand as tall and revered as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the legendary Maratha warrior king who forged an entire empire through his valour, strategic brilliance, and unwavering commitment to justice. His life and legacy have been immortalized in various forms of art, but perhaps none capture his essence
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Sketching a newspaper could be an enjoyable and imaginative endeavour. Newspaper drawing is creating drawings, cartoons, or other artwork to publish in newspapers. Usually, these illustrations go with news articles, editorials, features, or newspaper ads. Drawings or sketches used to represent the content of a news piece graphically or feature are called illustrations. They could
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Introduction Francis Newton Souza, commonly known as F.N. Souza, was a prominent Indian artist who is widely considered as one of the most important figures of the modern Indian art movement. Souza’s early work was heavily influenced by European Modernism, particularly the work of the Expressionists and Surrealists. He is known for his bold and
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Each state; each district; each region of India is a mecca of tradition. One may find many folk arts and rituals. Whether it is Jaipur’s Blue Pottery, Madhya Pradesh’s Bhil, or Tamil Nadu’s Tanjore paintings, each of these eclectic art forms is nuanced and differs greatly from each other. There might be overlaps, with some
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