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Philip Guston, an influential American painter, was born on this day. His profound impact on the art world continues to resonate, captivating audiences with his unique vision and provocative style. Born on June 27, 1913, in Montreal, Canada, Guston’s family moved to Los Angeles when he was just six years old. It was there that […]
Nicholas Scheppard and Jenson Titus, the comedic duo behind Very Gay Paint, have turned their commitment to comedy into a surprising career as muralists. What started as a pandemic pastime quickly escalated into a full-fledged mural painting venture, with their work now adorning high-profile locations like RuPaul’s dining room and Trixie Mattel’s Trixie Motel in
Very Gay Paint: Comedian-Muralists Balancing Satire, Success, and Embracing Gay Identity Read More »
Devashish Gaur, an artist based in Delhi, embarked on a captivating artistic journey when he stumbled upon an old box of family photographs during home renovations in 2019. Intrigued by the images, many of which featured his grandfather, Gaur decided to utilise them in an ongoing series of complex photo-based artworks that blur the boundaries
In a surprising turn of events, missing artworks by renowned artists Andy Warhol and Jackson Pollock, which were part of a 20-year crime ring involving multiple museums, may still be intact, contrary to previous assumptions that many of the stolen items had been destroyed. The recent update follows the announcement by the US Attorney’s office
One of India’s most renowned ceramic artists, Ray Meeker – an American by birth – was born in California in 1944. Meeker did his BFA in architecture and ceramics from the University of South California during the 1960s when he also met his partner and artist Deborah Smith before both moved to India in 1971.
Shaping Clay and Consciousness: The Artistic Journey of Ray Meeker in India Read More »
Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From
Samvaad with Sidharth: The Visual Story Teller of Many Journeys (Part 2 of 5) Read More »
In 2004, Haiti was revisited by its ghosts, by the memories and realities of dictatorship and political violence, and, most strikingly, by the French and American troops once again on Haitian soil, spectres of the first black republic’s unfinished history, revenants whose very presence in Haiti is an unavoidable reminder of a nation’s failings, of
A Visual Dialogue with Three Heroes in Haitian Revolution Read More »
Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay, an often overlooked and forgotten figure, was far more than a mere sum of her achievements. Widely recognised as the driving force behind the revival of India’s diverse craft traditions and a staunch advocate for “tribal art” after independence, Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay’s influence extended beyond her expertise in Indian handicrafts. She played a significant
A Craft Catalyst, Life of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay Read More »
“Photography is Photography; And in it’s purity and innocence is far too uniquely, valuable and beautiful to be spoilt by making it imitate something else.” -Frederick Henry Evans Frederick Henry Evans, a renowned British photographer, captivated the world with images of architectural wonders, particularly English and French cathedrals. Born on this day- June 26th 1853
Frederick H. Evans: Capturing the Essence of Cathedrals Read More »
After the encounter with Andre Breton and his statement about Frida Kahlo as part of surrealism in all forms, Frida responds to it; ‘they thought I was a surrealist, but I was not. I never painted my dreams; I only painted my reality. Frida Kahlo’s work gives whole Mexican art an international engagement, and her
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