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Animal Rights Activists Vandalize Jonathan Yao’s Portrait of King Charles III

Jonathan Yao’s controversial portrait of King Charles III was vandalised by two animal rights activists at the Philip Mould Gallery in London. The protest, organised by the group Animal Rights, involved the activists using rollers to plaster a picture of Wallace, from the animated series Wallace and Gromit, over the monarch’s face. The incident was […]

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Rooftop App launches Artventures Art Books

India’s leading online learning platform for live art workshops and professionally curated art courses, Rooftop App, launches Artventures Art Books. This series features do-it-yourself (DIY) art books covering various Indian art forms, including Phad, Gond, Warli, Mata Ni Pachedi, and Pichwai. The series is divided into three categories, catering to beginners and experts. The Elementary level books are designed

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All You Need to Know About Art Basel 2024 Which Results with Expanded Program and Diverse Exhibitions

Art Basel, the prestigious international art fair, is set to return to Basel, Switzerland, for its 2024 edition. With a newly appointed Director, Maike Cruse, at its helm, the event promises to showcase the finest works from 287 leading galleries across 40 countries and territories. Growth and Diversity in Participation The 2024 edition of Art

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A ‘Zen’ and ‘Tangled’ State of Mind to Doodle Zentangle Art

In a bustling world filled with noise and chaos, the serene strokes of Zentangle art offer a tranquil escape, inviting enthusiasts to embark on a journey of creativity and mindfulness. This intricate form of artistic expression, characterized by repetitive patterns and deliberate strokes, has captivated the hearts of many, transcending age and skill level. From

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Did Cats Shape Victorian London? Journeying Through Time with Louis Wain to Uncover the Feline Mysteries

In the middle of a population that was growing to over two million people in the busy metropolis of mid-1800s London, social scientist and journalist Henry Mayhew began an interesting study of the working and nonworking poor in the city. The “cats’-meat men” were vendors of boiling horseflesh who catered to the city’s feline populace.

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17 Islands in India Which Put Disney’s Motunui to Shame

Nestled amidst the vast expanse of cerulean seas, islands stand as emblems of both isolation and allure, captivating the human imagination with their mystique and diversity. From the tropical paradises adorned with palm-fringed beaches to rugged outcrops weathered by relentless oceanic forces, islands embody a myriad of landscapes and cultures. Islands serve as sanctuaries of

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Groundbreaking Exhibition Uncovers Kashmir’s Architectural Epigraphy Treasures

A groundbreaking exhibition dedicated to architectural epigraphy in Kashmir has opened at the Kashmir Arts Emporium on Residency Road, Srinagar. This event represents the region’s most extensive effort to document, translate, and map historical writings found on its buildings. A Collaborative Effort The exhibition features detailed drawings, images, and translations of carvings, engravings, and paintings

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Rutvik Mehta Connects Rural Life and Contemporary Narratives Through Animal-Inspired Brass Sculptures and Ink Drawings

Rutvik Mehta comes from the rural landscapes of Gir, and has been immersed in the world of domestic animals since childhood. This early connection with animals influences his artistic expression, as their forms, styles, and endearing nature frequently find representation in his works. Mehta’s art seamlessly blends his intimate relationship with his environment and his

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Trippy Art: An Exploration of the Psychedelic Aesthetic in Art

The counterculture movement and the usage of psychedelic substances like LSD are directly linked to the emergence of the visual art style known as “psychedelic art” in the 1960s. Its defining characteristics are bright colours, strange images, and abstract patterns that frequently try to conjure or replicate the sensations and visuals connected to altered states

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