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The Plight of Women, Elitism and the Potential in Indian Crafts: Samvaad with Jaya Jaitly. (Part IV of VI)

Samvaad / July 8, 2023

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 […]

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The memory of Lost Water Stream and Army Boots in the Chittagong Hills

Exhibitions, Featured / July 8, 2023

What do we do when the army boots come into the dream of reality? What do we do when we see the army boot print in our hills on an everyday basis, and what do we do the army boots become part of our childhood memory? How can we erase the memory of an army

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The Women of Laura Knight And Her Undying Loyalty For Marginalised Communities.

Featured, On This Day / July 7, 2023

July 7th 2023. ON THIS DAY. In 92 years of her existence, one can primarily call Dame Laura Knight an astute observer. Be it working women, circus performers, ballet dancers or her own portraits as a painter. Dame Laura Knight art works were chiefly dominated by the marginalised folks which included circus

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Artist Namboothiri: Mourn the Loss of the Artist and Adore the Legacy

Artist Profile, News / July 7, 2023

Kerala people mourn the loss of artists Namboothiri and adore the legacy of a great illustrator that covered the elegant periods of notable literary works of giants writers. The period illustrated by Artist Namboothiri is the time of serialising the great writers’ magnum opus in prominent Malayalam literature weekly’s. Artist Namboothiri is always remembered for

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Félicien Rops: Exploring the Enigmatic Artistry and Provocative Legacy of a Masterful Iconoclast

On This Day / July 7, 2023

Félicien Rops, a renowned Belgian artist, was born on this day. With his provocative and often controversial artworks, Rops challenged societal norms and pushed the boundaries of art in the 19th century. In this article, we will look into the life and works of Félicien Rops, exploring his unique artistic style, his impact on the

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Artist Namboothiri: Doyen of Drawings, Sketched ‘Malayali Life’ Passed Away

Artist Profile, Featured, News, Obituary / July 7, 2023

K M Vasudevan Namboothiri, popularly hailed ‘Artist Namboothiri’ in Kerala’s social-cultural scenario for the prior seven decades, passed away. Namboothiri (1925-2023) was a prolific literary illustrator, illustrating many popular characters for literary publications in the southern state of Kerala—an Artist renowned for his iconic drawings and gifted life to fictitious characters in Malayalam writings. Artist

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The Story of the Evolution of Art Fair

Columns, Featured / July 7, 2023

Art fairs have a long and fascinating history, originating from the fusion of commerce and religious festivities in ancient civilizations such as the Roman, Greek, Aztec, Inca, and Han empires. These festivals, organised by the ruling elite, served to reinforce their power and attract vast populations from diverse regions. Over time, religious festivals evolved into

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Kaarigari and Kala: Samvaad With Jaya Jaitly (Part III of VI)

Samvaad / July 7, 2023

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Kiran Nadar Museum of Art Presents ‘Very Small Feelings’: An Exhibition of Artworks from Dhaka Art Summit

Exhibitions, News / July 7, 2023

The Kiran Nadar Museum of Art’s (KNMA) exhibition titled “Very Small Feelings” (VSF) has made its way to India after being showcased at the sixth Dhaka Art Summit in Bangladesh in February. The exhibition features over 40 projects encompassing a diverse range of artworks, including new commissions, historical works, performances, books, archives, and various landscapes.

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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Art Reveals Design for Donald Glover’s Prowler Cameo

Featured, Graphics and Animations / July 7, 2023

Comics artist and character designer Kris Anka has shared design artwork for Donald Glover’s cameo as the Prowler in the upcoming film “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.” Anka took to Twitter to showcase his initial designs for the character, stating that he drew inspiration from racing suits and riot gear to create a real-life interpretation of

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