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Kalamezhuthu is a ritualistic art form which is often made during auspicious occasions. Kalamezhuthu is an amalgamation of two words — ‘kalam’ refers to the drawing while ‘ezhuthu’ means to draw or to write. It pays tribute to Hindu gods and goddesses. Kalamezhuthu in Malayalam is called ‘കളമെഴുത്ത്.’ Like Aipan art from Uttarakhand, a Kalamezhuthu […]
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Engendering an artwork might seem easy, but there is more than what meets the eye to create a visual masterpiece; a stunning composition. To novices, any composition is just a game of drawing, sketching, and playing with colours. But knowing the elements and principles of art and design can guarantee your place amongst the greats.
Understanding the 7 Principles of Art and Design for a Successful Artwork Read More »
It’s summertime. If you reside in the northern belt of India, it can be an excruciatingly painful time, granted that you haven’t gotten used to the fiery pits of the weather. This is the perfect opportunity to visit your nearest mountains. For us, it’s Uttarakhand. But Uttarakhand is not only known for its cool climate,
The Sacred Ritual of Kumaon – Aipan Art Read More »
It’s finally June, and we can’t keep calm! It is time to stand in solidarity with the community which has often been marginalised and continues to fall prey to unwarranted hate speech, violence, and unfounded phobia. Yes, we are talking about the queer community. But how does one even group a community which represents people
Pride is NOT a Red Flag; It’s Multicolored Read More »
Social media has undoubtedly eased communication around the world. Through Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube, individuals can connect with their favourite content creators, slide into their DMs, collaborate, and share ideas. But do dating apps fit into social media? They would, as their name denotes. Technology has even made dating easy. All of us have (talking
Flagging Queer Desires: The Handkerchief Code Read More »
Queer history would never be complete without the mention of the 1980s AIDS epidemic. On this day, June 5, 1981, the CDC in the USA came across the first five cases of viral infections, which would later be identified as the HIV-AIDS virus. The epidemic not only had adverse effects on physical health but also
Pink Triangle: A Symbol of Gay Liberation Read More »
There are myriad ways one can decorate their home. Whether it is through textured popcorn walls, soft pastel schemes, or a few decor trinkets here and there, every homeowner has splurged to realise their vision. One of the decor practices which undoubtedly everyone has employed is curating floral centrepieces. It’s fairly obvious. Who wouldn’t love
Green Carnations Unite The Gays Across Nations Read More »
Achyut Purushottam Kanvinde was an Indian architect. Practically raised by his father, his foray into architecture was inspired by his father who was a portrait and landscape artist. In 1942, he graduated with a degree in architecture from Sir JJ School of Arts. He pursued further education at Harvard, working under the tutelage of German-American
Spacious, Sensitive, and Smart: A Look at Achyut Kanvinde Projects Read More »
When we discovered Grammys’ new artist Meghan Thee Stallion, we remembered her for her Beyoncé AKA Cowboy Carter collab and her iconic tongue. If we were to rank the tongue iconography, we’d award it an easy third position. But what about the first two you ask? The first, would; for obvious reasons; go to Goddess
Sun’s Out, Tongue’s Out: The ‘Wacky’ Birth of the Albert Einstein Meme Read More »
Cheriyal paintings, also known as Cheriyal scroll paintings, are a traditional art form originating from the Cheriyal village in Telangana, India. Earlier, the painting style was extremely popular throughout Andhra Pradesh, but due to the proliferation of television and cinema, the paintings were exclusively done in the Cheriyal town. One may find the Cheriyal scroll
Are Cheriyal Scroll Paintings Religious Comic Strips? Read More »