Born in 1949, Brinda Somaya is an architect and urban conservationist. In her professional career, which spans over four decades, she has built more than 200 projects. She studied Architecture at Sir JJ School of Architecture before joining Smith College for a Master of Arts degree. In 1972, she took a short design course at […]
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Dhruvi Jain is a ceramic sculptor, who navigates into the depths of the human psyche through her exploration of subconscious and suppressed emotions. Her artistic odyssey began with the ambitious pursuit of emptying her mind, an introspective process that proved to be an insurmountable task. Undeterred, she discovered a compelling alternative – the act of
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If you’re somewhat into art or social media, chances are you might’ve stumbled upon the portrait of a girl in pink swinging in a lush field. The painting is titled The Swing or Les heureux hasards de l’Escarpolette by the painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard, and it is regarded as one of the most famous pieces of
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Chitranjan Moharana, is a sculptor who channels the interplay of granite and steel to craft narratives. Dedicated to his craft, Moharana’s work is an exploration of hidden forms, a patchwork to his relentless pursuit of creative expression. Influenced by the vast spectrum of art, Moharana seamlessly weaves together thought-provoking concepts, addressing social issues and encapsulating
Jeram not only expressed his expertise in aesthetics but also presented a whole new experience of exploring the woods in its essence. A new exhibition called ‘A Reconstruct’ opened recently at the Palette Art Gallery, which exhibits the collection that pays a retrospective tribute to Jeram Patel’s career, which spanned almost sixty years. Jeram is
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In a dazzling display of cultural exchange, the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) recently showcased an eclectic mix of American Pop Art, featuring iconic works by the likes of Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Simultaneously, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS) hosted a ten-month exhibit uniting divine sculptures from the ancient Mediterranean with
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We are all acquainted with the 7 wonders of the ancient world. If not, we are definitely familiar with Maarten van Heemskerck’s depiction. The list was the first of its kind to recognise the architectural prowess of man-made antiquities. Since then, several authors and media organizations have curated their lists of the new 7 wonders
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There is a progressive use of lines and cheerful connotation of an abstract abyss in Nandan Purkayastha’s ‘Genesis’. His works emerge out of the historical and ancient traditional works that he adapts in contemporary form and produce a completely new take on them, giving rise to vulnerable and imperishable thoughts. His work is neatly drawn
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Artist Anupama invites you to her new exhibition at Lalit Kala Akademi on an unusual journey to seek the truth. A chaotic narrative occurs in Anupama’s work. Her tales appear dramatic as if an exaggerated play is happening on the stage. Highly detailed work ignites a thoughtful rendering and delves deeper into the relationship of
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“The sky is a reminder that many things are possible even though they seem beyond our reach.” – Brandon Royal The exhibition of the selected paintings, with projections of fevered imagination by children and young artists from India and abroad, from Ramayana Art contest under the banner of ‘Khula Aasman’ is being held on 20th
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