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Art That Captivates at Lalit Kala Akademi’s 64th National Exhibition of Art

Exhibitions /

When the Abir Pothi team visited the prestigious national art exhibition at Lalit Kala Akademi in New Delhi, they encountered a remarkable showcase of contemporary works, sculptures, paintings, and photographs that left a lasting impression. As keen observers and art enthusiasts, the team found themselves drawn to various pieces that demonstrated exceptional artistic merit and […]

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Christian Krohg: A Master of Norwegian Naturalism

On This Day /

On This Day, August 13, 2024 Today marks the 172nd birth anniversary of Christian Krohg (1852-1925), one of Norway’s most influential and controversial artists. Far more than a painter, Krohg was a cultural revolutionary who challenged social norms through his unflinching artistic vision and fearless journalism. Early Life Born in Vestre Aker (now Oslo) on

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India’s Truck Art Tradition

Folk Art /

India’s highways stretch like arteries across the subcontinent, carrying the lifeblood of commerce through a $250 billion logistics industry. Along these 161,350 kilometers of roads, over 8.5 million trucks thunder past in an endless procession of goods and dreams. Yet these vehicles are far more than mere cargo carriers—they are mobile canvases that tell the

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Nature Morte Reframes Modernism with Salon: The India Way

Exhibitions /

Nature Morte’s Colaba gallery is preparing to challenge conventional art historical narratives with its inaugural Salon Series exhibition, opening August 15. “Salon: The India Way,” curated by Poonji Nath under the direction of 24-year-old gallerist Devashi Jain, presents European and Indian modernist works in dense, salon-style hanging that deliberately disrupts hierarchical viewing. The exhibition places

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Why Is Blasphemous Pixel Art a Milestone in Gaming Design?

Room For More Art /
Blasphemous Launch Trailer

Exploring the Stunning and Unique World of Blasphemous Game Art Blasphemous, a critically acclaimed action-platformer developed by the Spanish studio, The Game Kitchen, has become known for its tight gameplay mechanics and challenging combat and its incredibly unique and atmospheric Blasphemous game art. While pixel art is not uncommon, Blasphemous pixel art has every gaming

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The Spanish Californian Fusion: Mission Revival Architecture

Architecture, Room For More Art /

Everything to Know About Mission Revival Architecture Mission Revival Architecture evokes the spirit of early California and the Mediterranean region, drawing inspiration from the Spanish missions established along the coast between 1769 and 1823. This architectural style is still known for its romanticism and continues to influence design today. With its signature features and emphasis

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64th National Exhibition of Art Opens at Lalit Kala Akademi

Exhibitions /

India’s Most Prestigious Annual Art Event Showcases Contemporary Visual Art New Delhi, August 6, 2025 – The Lalit Kala Akademi proudly announces the opening of the 64th National Exhibition of Art (NEA), India’s most prestigious annual visual arts showcase, now open to the public at the Lalit Kala Akademi Galleries, Rabindra Bhavan. Established in 1955,

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Remembering Martin Johnson Heade, Master of Light and Nature

On This Day /

August 11, 2025 Martin Johnson Heade (August 11, 1819 – September 4, 1904) was an American painter whose extraordinary career spanned nearly seven decades, establishing him as one of the most distinctive voices in 19th-century American art. Known for his luminous salt marsh landscapes, tropical hummingbird paintings, and sumptuous floral still lifes, Heade captured the

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International Art Exhibition Highlights 10 Women Artists at Boscombe Arts Depot, UK

Exhibitions /

An international art exhibition featuring ten female visual artists is currently running at Boscombe Arts Depot as part of the UK/Poland 2025 Festival initiated by the British Council. “You’re Not Alone: Women in Art 2025” runs from June 28 to August 17, 2025, open Thursday through Sunday from 11am to 5pm. The exhibition showcases artists

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Art Critic Janeita Singh & Niyogi Books Wins Oxford Bookstore Prize

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Art critic and academician Janeita Singh, along with Niyogi Books, has been awarded the third Oxford Bookstore Art Book Prize for their work “F.N. Souza: The Archetypal Artist.” The winning book was selected from five shortlisted entries, with the recipients receiving a trophy, certificate, and prize money of Rs 1 lakh during a ceremony held

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