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Creativity is a quality possessed by some. You are either born with it, or you acquire it through sheer dedication. But what are the telltale signs of an artist? To us, they include an overactive imagination, unconventional processes, and innovative methods which are seldom non-conforming. These are some of the qualities which an artist starts […]
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INTRODUCTION In the changing sceneries of India’s architectural language, a select group of architects have emerged as pioneers of design excellence. Their visionary creations have shaped post-independent India, seamlessly blending aesthetics with functionality by giving birth to a new design dialect that echoes the spirit of the nation. Boasting a rich legacy of 25 years,
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Who would’ve known that a game about birds who can’t fly being slingshotted towards green pigs would become such a sensation? We all had that phase of the Angry Birds crazy. I personally believe that a huge appeal of the mobile game was the ideation and design of it all. God bless those rounded birds
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Once you have mastered the art of pencil sketching, the next logical step is painting. DUH! You may opt for coloured pencils or maybe try a new medium altogether, say acrylic paints. But acrylic paints are harder to master with a paintbrush. You don’t have to feel bothered, for there is another alternative to them
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The well-known artwork “The Scream” was created by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. It was produced in 1893 and is a member of Munch’s series of paintings that examine existential dread, terror, and anxiety. A distorted-faced man is shown in the painting standing on a bridge against a tumultuous sky. It’s typical to decode the protagonist
Why Should We Know about Edvard Munch’s Haunting Masterpiece Read More »
Brace yourself to be immersed in their astonishing creativity and unparalleled artistry. The astonishing “Hung in the Balance” exhibition, featuring the incredible and enchanting creations of the talented artist Sushanta Kumar Maharana, was recently unveiled at Nature Morte in Delhi. Prepare yourself to be enchanted by the breathtaking masterpieces crafted by this artist, as they
Enigmatic and Legendary Tales in Sushanta Maharana’s Works Read More »
The beauty of art lies in the diverse subjects that are available at hand and the vivid imagery they evoke. An artist’s prowess resides in transforming the mundane into an emotive journey. While some artists thrive in abstract (the likes of Mark Rothko or Jackson Pollock), others thrive in easily distinguishable landscapes (Nicolas Poussin) or
11 Famous Portrait Paintings You Must Experience At Least Once Read More »
Maurice Denis (1870–1943) was a prominent painter and member of the Symbolist and Les Nabis movements in France. Denis showed an early interest in the arts and started to study at the Académie Julian in Paris, and he got to know other artists who would eventually form the Nabis gathering which influenced generations of artists.
Maurice Denis: A visual Baptism of Modern Art Read More »
Ahmedabad, 24 Oct, 2023 – Abir India’s highly anticipated annual art festival, First Take, was inaugurated yesterday at the esteemed L&P Hutheesing Visual Art Centre in Ahmedabad. The event witnessed the presence of distinguished Chief Guest, Shri Prahaladbhai S Patel, Chairman Managing Director, and CEO of PSP Projects. This year’s First Take has exceeded all expectations,
To dwell in a realm of art produced in a different context– of time and space requires not just passion. It had to be coupled with dhairya; patience and perseverance. Dr Goswami spent his entire life in the pursuit of revealing the hidden beauty of the miniature artist’s world. He was gifted with a keen eye
Pleasure of seeing a layered world—how BN Goswami helped train the eye to ‘see’ Read More »