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Kolkata-based artist, Arindam Chatterjee’s exhibition is being held at Emami Art Kolkata from February 23rd to April 6th, 2024. Arindam Chatterjee’s exhibition titled “Not a Dream, Not Peace, Not Love” is a collection of recent works by the artist. His highly experimental and critical works, reflect our fragile existence in a time of mindless violence, […]
In response to recent concerns regarding inaccuracies in Gemini’s image generation feature, Google has announced measures to address the issues. In a statement posted on X, the company acknowledged the need for improvement and stated its intention to pause the image generation of people temporarily while working on enhancements. This decision comes after reports of
Now that you may know what a Bhadralok is, we move on to seeing different caricatures of the same. These intellectual gentlemen who brought about a Bengal Renaissance were cultural icons in more ways than one. These Babu’s and Bibi’s soon were seen in Bengali cinema, and literature and they still exist many centuries later
Bengal’s 10 Bhadralok Icons: From Literature to Cinema, a Cultural Exploration Read More »
What qualifies as political art? Is all art political, even art that makes political statements? Since the definition of art is a complex question, so are the responses. Does art contribute to political discourse, or does it only mirror the conclusions drawn from political philosophy and political science? Where did we get our knowledge of
What is Political Art? What Makes Art Political? Read More »
Selecting the perfect pen for sketching is a pivotal decision for artists of all levels, as it can profoundly influence the outcome of their creations. Among the plethora of options available, certain pens stand out for their exceptional performance, versatility, and ability to bring visions to life on paper. From the precise lines of fine
An Artist’s Must-Haves: The Best Pens For Sketching Read More »
Centre of International Modern Art (CIMA) commemorates its three decades journey with a grand exhibition of over 50 works The Center of International Modern Art (CIMA) is bringing the curtains down to the six-month-long celebratory fervour of its 30-year journey with a grand exhibition titled “Fantastic Realities and Beyond” at the Visual Arts Gallery from
CIMA Commemorates Three-Decade Journey with “Fantastic Realities and Beyond” Read More »
In an age dominated by social media, the traditional museum experience is increasingly being reshaped by the pervasive influence of selfie culture. While museums have long faced threats to their collections from various sources, the rise of selfie-takers presents a unique and growing challenge that demands attention from museum administrators and insurers. Robert Read, head
Is Selfie Culture Endangering Museum Artefacts? Read More »
If the experience is as bewitching as Ojas Art Gallery’s newest exhibition, ‘Another Master’, nobody would want to miss out on the opportunity to bask in the spiritual impact of Gond art. Anubhav Nath the curatorial director of Ojas Art is presenting a solo exhibition by Ram Singh Urveti of Pradhan Gond Tribe that reminisces
Ram Singh Urveti’s ‘Another Master’ Reciprocates The Fantasy of Gond Art Read More »
New Chair Named for Château de Versailles Ends Controversy In a move that has brought closure to a longstanding controversy, Christophe Leribault, the current director of Paris’s Musée d’Orsay, has been appointed as the new chair of the Château de Versailles. Leribault’s nomination, announced by the government on Wednesday 21 February, signifies a significant shift
Cogito, ergo sum René Descartes Growing up, we only had a tiny window into the lives of philosophers. It was a philosopher’s profession to philosophize. The aforementioned quote in Latin translates to ‘I think, therefore I am’, and individualizes philosophy. It is a self-sustaining paradoxical statement. Now the real question? Is philosophy for the individual,
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