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Thomas Nast: Pioneering Visual Storyteller and Father of American Political Cartooning

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On This Day, 27th September On September 27, 1840, Thomas Nast was born in Landau, Bavaria, marking the beginning of a career that would fundamentally transform American visual culture. Immigrating to New York City at age six, this German-born artist would become the most influential political cartoonist of the 19th century, earning the title “Father […]

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LIMINAL LINES: Ashok Bhowmick’s Retrospective Exhibition by Dhoomimal Gallery

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Dhoomimal Gallery celebrates five decades of artistic excellence with LIMINAL LINES: Ashok Bhowmick – Celebrating 50 Years of Artistic Inquiry and Human Reflection, a comprehensive retrospective showcasing the master’s journey from his early black-and-white drawings of the 1970s to his recent large-format canvases and sculptural works. Exhibition Overview Curated by Professor Rajan Shripad Fulari , Dean of the School

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21 Female Architects Who Shaped Modern Architecture

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Celebrating Female Architects Architecture has been blessed with the vision and creativity of exceptional human beings, of which female architects are one. By expanding the status quo from early pioneers of modernist styles to incorporating tradition in contemporary design, these women have altered the course of architecture. Here are some of the achievements shaped by

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Decoding the ‘Painter of Light’: What Thomas Kinkade’s Art Really Meant

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Known as the “Painter of Light,” Thomas Kinkade is a well-liked and highly debated figure in art due to his work and attitude. Renowned for his dreamy and bright landscapes, millions of people are enthralled by the nostalgia, peace, and cosiness that Kinkade’s paintings arouse. He is among the most commercially successful artists of the

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India Design ID Mumbai 2025: Celebrating The Age of Design Syncretism

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India Design ID Mumbai returns from September 26-28, 2025, at Jio World Garden, BKC, showcasing the confluence of heritage, innovation, and contemporary creativity under the compelling theme of “The Age of Design Syncretism.” India Design ID (ID) Mumbai 2025 marks a significant moment in the country’s design calendar, as the second edition of this prestigious

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Festivals Through Art Lens: Gods, Goddesses, Their Idols, Their Vehicles, Navratra, Dussehra and More

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Artists who Captured Durga Puja of Bengal Worshipped through Durga Puja, one of the grandest festivals in India, which commemorates the victory of Good over Evil as goddess Durga defeats Mahishasura demon. There is more to this festive season than just worship; it provides a platform for artistic blooms: sketches, drawings, paints and artwork bringing

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Five Decades of Urban Truth: Sudhir Patwardhan’s Compassionate Chronicle

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The Durbar Art Gallery in Kochi currently hosts a profound artistic journey spanning half a century. “Cities: Built, Broken – 50 Years of Picturing Life in the City,” a retrospective of renowned artist Sudhir Patwardhan’s work, offers visitors an intimate glimpse into both the evolution of an artist and the transformation of urban India itself.

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