End of an Era: Giorgio Armani Passes Away at 91
Giorgio Armani, who created a $2 Billion empire of fashion, fragrances and accessories, passed away at the age of 91.
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Layered Meanings: Alok Bal on Creating Art That Invites Deeper Looking
Alok Bal received his Fine Arts education at the Faculty of Fine Arts, M.S. University in Baroda. Early in his artistic journey, Bal drew inspiration from British Pop Art and its American equivalents, though he has since developed a distinctive personal style. Bal’s artwork explores humanity’s compulsive need to control and reshape the natural world—exemplified
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5 Interior Design Mistakes and How to Correct Them
Creating a beautiful, functional home is an art that balances aesthetics with practicality. However, even with the best intentions, many homeowners fall into common design traps that can make their spaces feel uninviting, cluttered, or dysfunctional. Here are five major interior design mistakes and expert-backed solutions to transform your home into a space that’s both
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Public Spaces in the Digital Age
Seventy-seven years after India’s Independence, the monuments built to honor our freedom struggle still stand tall: statues of Gandhi in public squares, the eternal flame at India Gate, regional memorials to local heroes. Yet the way we engage with these spaces has shifted dramatically. For earlier generations, these sites were places of solemnity—spots where history
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The Art and History of Japanese Erotica
The Japanese approach to sexuality has historically differed greatly from that of Europe, where sexual expression was often framed within religious or heroic narratives. In contrast, Japanese art embraced a more open, humorous, and consensual depiction of sexuality, particularly through the genre of shunga, which literally means “spring pictures.” These erotic artworks, popular during the
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The Art of Phulkari
Phulkari, which translates to “flower work” in Hindi and Punjabi, is a centuries-old embroidery tradition rooted in the Punjab region of present-day India and Pakistan. Historically practiced by women within the domestic sphere, phulkari was not simply an art form but a vital expression of lived experience, memory, and personal identity. The earliest material records
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Betye Saar at 99: A Legacy of Art & Activism
Betye Irene Saar, who turned 99 on July 30, is a strong voice in American art. She is known for her politically charged, spiritually rooted, and deeply personal assemblage works. Saar is respected not just for her unique visual style but also for changing what it means to be a Black woman artist in the
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A Glimpse into American Folk Art
American folk art holds a special place in the cultural and artistic heritage of the United States. It comes from self-taught makers, rural craftsmen, and community artisans. Folk art captures the spirit of a young nation shaped by diversity, faith, labor, and storytelling. Its roots trace back to the colonial and post-Revolutionary War periods. During
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9 Historic Domes That Define India’s Architectural Legacy
In Indian architectural history, domes have played a significant role, appearing in Buddhist stupas, Jain temples, and the opulence of Mughal buildings. These constructions were not just technical achievements but also symbolic representations of the sacred, whether they were the bulbous, elaborately decorated domes of Islamic architecture or the early domical forms found in stupas.
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Quick Read: Rabari Community & Their Endangered Craft
For centuries, the detailed and colorful embroidery of the Kachhi Rabari community has been a key cultural practice in Kutch, Gujarat. Today, this traditional art form is well-known worldwide. It is deeply connected to the life, identity, and history of the nomadic Rabari people. The Rabaris mainly raise camels and are nomadic herders of sheep,
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