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A German Museum Worker was Fired After Hanging Up His Own Painting Covertly

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Introduction A 51-year-old freelance artist is currently under investigation by local police for an unusual “property damage” case. The artist drilled two holes into a museum wall to hang his painting, hoping it would lead to his artistic breakthrough. The incident, which took place at a museum in Germany, has sparked comparisons to Banksy’s infamous […]

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Lights On; Lights Off: 9 Switch Board Painting Ideas to Transform Your Walls

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Switch board painting has emerged as a trendy way to add personality and flair to your living space. It’s a simple yet effective method to inject creativity into mundane household items. From whimsical pandas to adorable cats, a wall switch board painting offers endless possibilities to express your style and elevate the aesthetics of your

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Manjit Bawa’s Rounded Forms are a Conflux of Sufi Poetry, Spirituality, and Music

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Manjit Bawa (1941–2008), a well-known Indian painter best recognized for his vivid and ethereal canvases, was a significant source of inspiration for Indian artists. Bawa, raised in Dhuri, Punjab, attended the Delhi College of Art after first attending the School of Art in New Delhi. His paintings are frequently linked to the Indian narrative art

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“Copying Designs from the Internet can Lead to Client Dissatisfaction”, Says Architect Nomita Goswami in Samvaad (Part-2)

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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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Charting the Path: Siddharth Patel’s Artistic Odyssey from Adventure to Expression

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A traveller of life’s many roads, Siddharth Patel has moved with ease from the business and adventure worlds to the dynamic world of the arts. Having a natural curiosity and an unquenchable hunger for discovery, Patel started his journey on the busy streets of Ahmedabad. Having pursued commerce in his academic pursuits, Patel found himself

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Paris Is Considering Bringing Back a Richard Serra Sculpture from Storage Once More

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Introduction Paris, renowned for its rich artistic heritage, holds within its confines a monumental steel sculpture by the late American artist Richard Serra that has long been shrouded in controversy and obscurity. Titled Clara-Clara, this towering installation has recently resurfaced in the discourse of Parisian officials, sparking discussions about its potential return to public view.

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Legal Troubles Plague Van Gogh-inspired Café in Arles: Closure Looms Over Famed Recreation

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Recreating Van Gogh’s Legacy In the heart of the historic centre of Arles, a café meticulously crafted to resemble the bistro immortalised by Vincent Van Gogh in his iconic paintings has been at the centre of legal turmoil since July 2023. Drawing inspiration from Van Gogh’s renowned works such as “Café Terrace at Night” and

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18 Famous Watercolor Artists Who Continue to Influence Painting Today

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Watercolour is a captivating medium in visual art because of its brilliance, transparency, and fluidity. Watercolour, frequently praised for its ethereal appearance and expressive possibilities, has been the medium of choice for many well-known artists throughout history. The artwork produced in this medium, which ranges from bright portraits to delicate landscapes, has made a lasting

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Twenty Famous Modern Artists Who Shaped Contemporary Art

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A few luminaries stand out as imposing characters in the vibrant field of modern art, their creative abilities influencing the direction of current expression. The impressionists’ vivid colour schemes and the cubists’ abstract worlds are just two examples of how contemporary artists have consistently pushed the limits of artistic tradition, changing our understanding of form,

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