A. Ramachandran is renowned for his vivid paintings that are filled with iconic Indian images, but he has also been quietly creating a parallel universe in the field of sculpture. Through a wonderful show called “Ramachandran: A Retrospective of Sculptures,” the master artist’s sculptures, which were sometimes eclipsed by his paintings, are now receiving the […]
Introduction Mark Rothko, known for his iconic colour field paintings, is being celebrated at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris. This grand exhibition takes visitors on a journey through his artistic evolution, shedding light on the lesser-known aspects of his career. Curated by Suzanne Pagé and Christopher Rothko, the artist’s son, this retrospective offers a
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The person who is not roused by a pulsating image, a small touch or sound, can make no sense of the word ‘beauty’. A person who neither knows, nor thinks beyond his worldly needs has no use for beauty. The pioneer of Contextual Modernism, Benode Behari Mukherjee was born on 7 February 1907. He was
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Within the realm of art, there exist individuals whose artistic creations surpass traditional limits and serve as evidence of a lasting influence. One such artist is Kalamandalam Bindhulekha, whose mural painting journey skillfully weaves her own interpretations within the rich tapestry of history. Her canvases are nothing short of captivating as they take viewers to
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Subhaprasanna Bhattacharjee is an Indian painter. He was born on 20 October 1947. Mononymously known as Subhaprasanna, he was the recipient of the 2013 Banga Bibhushan. He is an internationally acclaimed artist, having exhibited his work not only in India but also in Bangladesh, France, Germany, Singapore, Switzerland, and the United States (US). He is
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Introduction In the picturesque landscape of Karma Lakelands, the 2023 Annual Art Symposium unfolded as a remarkable celebration of art, nature, and creativity. The words of Thomas Merton, “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time,” beautifully encapsulated the spirit of this event. Artists from diverse backgrounds, each with their
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Introduction On October 17, 2023, New Delhi witnessed a momentous occasion as the Kalabhumi Institute of Fine Arts & Design achieved recognition in three prestigious world records. The “The Pride of India” Award Ceremony 2023, held at the Laugh Store Vegas Mall in Sector 14 Dwarka, New Delhi, marked the remarkable achievements of Kalabhumi, notably
Introduction Over 2,000 visual artists, writers, actors, and cultural figures have come together to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza in an open letter circulating online. Their collective voice is calling for an end to the suffering faced by the 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza, referring to it as a “collective punishment on an unimaginable
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Kalpathi Ganpathi ‘KG’ Subramanyan was an Indian painter, professor, author, illustrator, muralist, and freedom fighter. KG Subramanyan was a true artist. He had tried his hand at every medium possible – drawings, watercolours, oil paintings, canvas, acrylics, and more. He has also employed several forms including but not limited to sculptures, murals, set design, glass
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In a baffling turn of events, six valuable historical paintings stolen from the town hall in Medemblik, Holland, have reappeared without warning at the doorstep of an art detective in Amsterdam, Arthur Brand, renowned for his success in recovering stolen art, including a Van Gogh and a Picasso painting. Surprise Delivery to Art Detective According
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