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See it, Soak it, Enjoy it & then.. Eat it… The Short Life Cycle of Edible Art!

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Tsuktiben Jamir In an unusual display of artistic rebellion, a daring visitor at Seoul’s renowned Leeum Museum of Art took the concept of ‘interactive art’ to a new level. The incident occurred at Maurizio Cattelan’s thought-provoking “WE” exhibition featuring his infamous work, “Comedian.” This installation consisted of a ripe banana meticulously duct-taped to a wall, […]

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Art Education Systems in the Colony: Success or Failure?

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Any research done in the field of art education is based on historical inquiry. On this journey, we uncover overlooked events and individuals, debunk complex concepts, and view history from various angles. This historical investigation makes an effort to contextualise colonial Indian art education’s past within a larger historical context for art education. It analyses

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Scratches on a Cave Wall in France Likely to Be Earliest Example of Neanderthal Art

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Aditya Sisodia In a remarkable discovery, a collection of ancient cave markings found in the French cave of La Roche-Cotard has been determined to be the earliest unambiguous example of Neanderthal cave engravings. The artwork, dating back as far as 75,000 years ago, provides evidence that our closest cousins, the Neanderthals, shared our innate creativity

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Berlin Biennale Pushes Back Next Edition Due to Concerns of an Overwhelming ‘Bienniale Super Art Year’

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Aditya Sisodia  The Berlin Biennale, renowned as one of Europe’s most esteemed recurring art exhibitions, has announced the postponement of its upcoming edition from 2024 to 2025. In a statement, the German Federal Cultural Foundation attributed the delay to “pandemic-related organisational delays” and concerns regarding a potential “biennial super art year” in 2024. The decision

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The Ever-Evolving White T-Shirt: A Symbol of Modernity, Expression, and Responsibility

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The white T-shirt, once a humble undergarment, has transformed into a timeless wardrobe staple that transcends cultures, classes, styles, and identities. From its early origins as a protective layer to its current status as a highly collectible fashion item, the white T-shirt has become a blank canvas for self-expression and a catalyst for important conversations

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Unforgettable Intimate Evening Celebrating J Swaminathan’s 95th Birthday

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Yesterday (June 21), the atmosphere at the Dhoomimal Gallery in New Delhi was filled with celebrations as renowned artist, poet, art enthusiast, and founding member of the ‘Group 1890,’ J. Swaminathan, marked his 95th birthday. The event witnessed a large number of authors, poets, artists, and art enthusiasts who participated wholeheartedly in this celebration. Given

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Why is Feminist Art Criticism So Important in Gentileschi’s Artistic Life?

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Art criticism brings a new perspective on seeing Art, and Feminist Art criticism questions views and offers a broad view of Art. Feminist Art historian Linda Nochlin’s article, ” Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists? ” is in a historical period. Or now that article is considered as a historical question. In that

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The Coming Out of Queer photographer Mengwen Cao as She Talks About Marginalization, Family and Work

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It’s a very personal—yet typical—experience to come out to your family as LGBT. Mengwen Cao had the procedure in 2016, making a video to show their parents on FaceTime, recording the call, and afterwards transforming the tape into an artwork titled Here We Are. The call concludes with the artist’s father saying, “We can accept

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Cats and Art History

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Cats have had a significant presence in the world of art history, appearing in various forms and contexts throughout different periods. Here are a few interesting points about cats in art history: Ancient Egypt: Cats held a special place in ancient Egyptian culture and mythology. They were highly revered and considered sacred animals. They frequently

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Meet Aaquib Wani: The Designer Behind the New Jerseys for Indian Cricketers

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Aditya Sisodia The recently launched jerseys of the Indian cricket team have created quite a buzz, with the Test jersey selling out within two days of its release. The mastermind behind these eye-catching designs is Aaquib Wani, a self-taught designer who was entrusted with the task by the global sportswear brand Adidas. With his emphasis

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