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Karl Lagerfeld (1933-2019), an influential fashion designer who left an indelible mark on the industry through his groundbreaking work as creative director at Chanel and Fendi. Known for his distinctive appearance—featuring white hair, black sunglasses, and fingerless gloves—Lagerfeld transformed Chanel after joining in 1983, restoring its status as a premier fashion house. His remarkable career, […]
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The Artist That Pioneered Performance in Art Lucio Fontana was born in Argentina in 1899 to Italian immigrant parents. He received his education in Italy from 1906 to 1922 before returning to Argentina to work closely with his father, a funerary sculptor. Although he was primarily identified as a sculptor, Fontana only began painting at
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The Dawn of Art Patronage and the Renaissance Shift Art commissioning was once the exclusive domain of the aristocracy and ruling classes, who engaged artists to execute predetermined projects. The Renaissance period, however, marked a turning point. Artists began to enjoy greater creative freedom, and their unique styles garnered recognition among patrons. The value of
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Contemporary Indian Artists Bring Their Book-Making Skills For Art Viewers in Delhi The Book Project, curated by Shijo Jacob and presented by Apparao Galleries, explores the multifaceted potential of books as a medium for artistic expression. It features sketchbooks, artists books, and clipboards, each revealing different aspects of the creative process. Historically the ‘art of
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D-Talks: A Series of Contemporary Art Dialogues in South Asia Featuring Young Designers Shaping the Future of Design At the intersection of innovation, sustainability practices, and contemporary art dialogues in South Asia, Hiloni Sutaria emerges as a transformative architectural voice from Ahmedabad. A postgraduate from the University of Sheffield, she has carved a distinctive path
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Bakery Prasad Illustrates a Shared Space Between Black History Legends and Dalit Community Icons. In the United States of America, February is celebrated as Black history month. To commemorate the long struggle of the African-American community in the states, the annual remembrance helps in keeping history alive and thriving and celebrating Black art and culture.
Framing The Black History Month With An Ambedkarite Vision. Read More »
A Bird Call Northeast India Exhibition 2025 An exhibition by artist, educator and conservationist Rupa Samaria, ‘A Bird Call, Northeast India’ highlights the beauty and diversity of avian species in the northeast, while gently turning people’s attention towards their preservation. The northeastern states of India rival some of the most magnificent landscapes in the world.
SH Raza Paintings and Legacy: His Antim Show If you are curious about Modern Indian art masters, Raza Foundation’s Antima, an exhibition featuring SH Raza’s abstract art; last creation is sure to answer your question. Inaugurated by Prof. G.P. Talwar, the show can be viewed at the Shridharani Art Gallery, Triveni Kala Sangam, New Delhi
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If you have been to the India Art Fair, today is a good day to contrast it with an exceptional exhibition held in 1913 in America which expanded the possibilities of viewing art in public spaces. The Armory Show -now known by its full title the International Exhibition of Modern Art, is a touchstone in
The Armory Show: Displaying and Disrupting Art History. Read More »
Vittorio Sella Exhibition 2025 “Vittorio Sella: Photographer in the Himalaya,” a stunning exhibition at Delhi’s Bikaner House, is a tribute to the man and pioneer Italian artist who immortalized the spirit of the world’s highest mountains well over a century ago. This exhibition, which continued till Feb. 14 and was curated by Hugh Thomson and presented
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