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 […]
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In Europe, the Renaissance was a time of profound artistic and cultural transformation that lasted roughly from the 14th to the 17th century. In addition to artists exploring new mediums and viewpoints, there was a resurgence of interest in classical art, literature, and education throughout this period. The use of light and shadow, perspective, and
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When we learn, we tend to make mistakes right and left. It is these mistakes which educate us on our next steps. Fortunately for us artists, pencils have always been around. We can simply erase our mistakes out of existence. A pencil plays an essential role in any artist’s (whether a novice or seasoned professional)
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French painter, printer, illustrator, and draughtsman Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864–1901) is most known for his enduring portraits of the bohemian and nightlife scenes of late 19th-century Paris. Toulouse-Lautrec, though he lived a brief life, made a lasting impression on the world of art, especially with his inventive use of printing and his astute observation of
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Often referred to as Michelangelo, Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni was an Italian Renaissance artist, painter, architect, and poet. He passed away in Rome on February 18, 1564, having been born on March 6, 1475, in Caprese, Republic of Florence (modern-day Tuscany, Italy). Considered by many to be one of the greatest artists in history,
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A community always helps calm the blues and revive the energy. As a result, community building comes easily to us. Any community thrives with a strong support system. To Akhilesh, the artist community is paramount. A budding digital creator, he frequently features talented artists on Facebook. In this article, we will focus on 10 artists,
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The Seventh Edition of Abir India’s First Take 2023 is to be held in Ahmedabad. Making way for up-and-coming artists, First Take is an event that is essentially paving way for the contemporary art scene of India. The Event is to be judged by an esteemed jury who would pick out 100 most extraordinary artworks
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The seventh edition of Abir India’s First Take 2023 is in the selection function. ‘First Take’ is designed for emerging artists across India and is now a guiding light in the contemporary Indian Art scene. The jury will choose the best out of the lot, and ten awards will be awarded; but the selection process
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The seventh iteration of Abir India’s First Take 2023 is about to engulf the vivacious city of Ahmedabad. This event is more than just a show; it is a demonstration of the ability of art to transcend boundaries and captivate hearts. It’s important to consider Abir India’s extraordinary journey to this point as the expectation
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The new edition of Abir India’s First Take 2023 brings an extent to Young Art practitioners in India. The open call Abir India First Take 2023 got immense reception from the young artistic community across India. Abir is working on to selects 100 works of Art from the submitted entries. To do that, the Jury
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