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We all use fonts daily, these fonts come into the domain of Typography, which is a design tool that is used around the world. These fonts now are very much part of a culture, you use it for work, for branding purposes, for designing logos or any kind of designing for that matter. These are […]
The artistic journey of Anirudh Kumar is a voyage across the heartland of Uttar Pradesh, with beginnings in the humble Indian slum of Nehru Camp. Anirudh’s work becomes a sensitive expression of the vast cultural diversity that impacted his formative years, thanks to the wise guidance of his mentor, Ram Onkar. Born into a world
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The AIDS Memorial Quilt is a powerful and moving tribute to those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses. It is the world’s most important example of communal folk art and a monument and a means of spreading awareness of the AIDS crisis. The original plan for the quilt was to create a remembrance to honour
Born on June 1, 1935, Norman Robert Foster, Baron Foster of Thames Bank, is a well-known British architect and designer. Foster, who is well-known for his contributions to high-tech architecture, has had a lasting impact on British modernist architecture. Since its founding in 1967, his architectural practice, Foster + Partners, has expanded to become the
Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers: The Architectural Journey of Norman Foster Read More »
When we think of the word ‘vernacular’, we often refer to the indigenous tribes, their languages, and their culture. Hence, ‘vernacular architecture’ becomes easy to define. Vernacular architecture refers to the local practices and materials to build ‘traditional’ and local buildings. To say that vernacular architecture in India is just one category would be inaccurate.
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Born in Toronto, Ontario, on February 28, 1929, Frank Gehry is an American architect and designer of Canadian descent who is well-known for his unique and avant-garde architectural style. His structures, which include his own home in Santa Monica, California, are highly regarded globally, establishing him as a significant figure in modern architecture. Gehry was
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India is a diverse country with various architectural styles. Whether it is the vernacular architecture of the south or the Brutalist architecture rampant in the northern belt, the nation boasts of a plethora of designs. Every new ruling party (the Mughals, the princes, and more) produced marvellous architectural wonders which still stand today. When India
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Japanese singer, artist, and peace campaigner Yoko Ono rose to stature worldwide as the spouse of renowned rock band The Beatles member John Lennon. She was born on February 18, 1933, in Tokyo, Japan. Known for her experimental music and avant-garde artwork, Ono has been well-known in the art world since the 1960s. Performance art,
Yoko Ono’s Artistic Legacy: A Journey through Iconic Works and Lasting Influence Read More »
Some might know him as Laurie Baker, but for us he will forever be the “Gandhi of Architecture.” Laurie Baker was born in Birmingham and studied architecture at the Birmingham School of Art and Design. During World War II, he served in the Friends Ambulance Unit (FAU); a unit of the British Religious Society of
Are Laurie Baker Works A Testament to the Local Culture? Read More »
Tyranny results in oppression and oppression demands revolt. Art has and always will be a revolutionary force that not only calls out propaganda and the unjust but also encapsulates a moment in history that accommodates agony and strength. Following are 10 depictions by great artists and revolutionaries illustrating Slavery through their palettes. These artists use
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