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We all gasped when we saw Harry Potter’s Lord Voldemort sipping on unicorn blood as if it were an iced coffee. I mean, who would harm such a majestic and powerful creature only to sustain your life, not to mention the curse associated? But alas, that is how the cookie crumbles. If it were up […]
Unicorn Drawings That Impress, Neigh, Slay Read More »
Adarsh Palandi’s art is an exploration of the human struggle for control and self-realisation amidst societal pressures and constraints. Through intricate symbolism and powerful imagery, Palandi explores the existential journey of individuals seeking to reclaim agency over their lives and fulfil their innate potential. The paintings capture the intense yearning of individuals to cross borders,
Let’s face it, you miss your childhood as much as we do. The catharsis of our parents taking us to the pool or on a family trip amidst the mountains and the beaches was the best childhood feeling. As children, we were quite indolent, especially during the vacation months. That meant lazing around the house,
Shinchan Cartoon Drawings Which Make Us Do the Buri Buri Read More »
Trafalgar Square’s Fourth Plinth Commissions have transformed a simple pedestal into one of the most dynamic and talked-about public art spaces in the world. Originally intended to hold an equestrian statue of King William IV, the plinth remained empty for over 150 years, creating a unique opportunity for contemporary artists to showcase their work in
After the outstanding success of the milestone 100th auction and ‘The Exceptionals’ Jewellery, Silver and Timepieces auction, AstaGuru is set to host two consecutive auctions dedicated to Modern & Contemporary Indian art. The Modern Indian Art Auction titled ‘Stroke & Structure’ is scheduled to be held on June 20-21, 2024 and will showcase a wide
Incident at Musée d’Orsay On Saturday, a climate activist from the group Riposte Alimentaire covered Claude Monet’s 1873 painting “Poppies at Argenteuil” (Les Coquelicots) with a large sticker at the Musée D’Orsay. The protest aimed to highlight the dire consequences of climate change. The activist, dressed in a white t-shirt bearing the slogan “+4° L’Enfer”
Manga is a vivid and dynamic Japanese comic art that has won millions of fans worldwide. Its distinctive fusion of rich artwork, fascinating storytelling, and a wide range of themes has made it a global cultural phenomenon that cuts across boundaries and age groups. Over the years, manga has developed into a multibillion-dollar industry, reflecting
12 Influential Manga Artists Who Shaped The Industry Read More »
We can all acknowledge that our planet is slowly dying. With climate activists, such as Greta Thunberg at the frontier, we still have some hope to save our beautiful planet. World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5th every year, is a global event aimed at raising awareness and encouraging action to protect our planet. One
World Environment Day Drawings to Inspire a Much Needed Change 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 »
What does sensual art entail? Are all sexually themed paintings considered erotic? What is the difference between erotic art and erotica? How are erotic and aesthetic experiences similar or dissimilar from one another, and can they coexist at all? Though sensually enticing, are humans and artwork the same thing regarding beauty? To what extent is
Sex and Erotic Art: History of Pleasures for the Eye Read More »