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The secret of my best work is that it is Mexican – Diego Rivera

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Diego Rivera, one of Mexico’s most celebrated artists is known for his monumental murals. He chronicled Mexican history and championed social justice. Rivera’s life, beyond his artistic achievements, was marked by controversy, radical politics, and tumultuous relationships that continue to fascinate us even today. Revera’s Artistic Vision During his days in Europe, Rivera developed a […]

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A Breakdown of Pablo Picasso’s Eras Through His Greatest Paintings

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Who was Artist Pablo Picasso? Pablo Picasso was a well-known and prolific artist who made significant advances in modern art. Picasso’s participation in the Cubist movement was a major factor in the development of contemporary art. He co-founded Cubism, a revolutionary art style that challenged conventional ideas of perspective and representation, with Georges Braque. This

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These 11 Art Styles Found Popularity at Rajeshwari Kala Mahotsav

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Pathachitra painting at Rajeshwari Kala Mahotsav

Rajeshwari Kala Mahotsav Comes to an End Rajeshwari Kala Mahotsav; the four-day event wrapped up at Apeejay College of Fine Arts last Saturday. The fest gave the attendees, in particular students valuable insights into different artistic techniques. It also celebrated the college’s 50th anniversary. The valedictory ceremony was graced by Major General (retd) Balwinder Singh,

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Kindred Dichotomies as Black Cube’s Second Curated Exhibition

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Black Cube Gallery is presenting Sudhanshu Sutar and Andrea Zucchi at the newly launched venue  Sanya Malik’s newly opened Black Cube Gallery in Hauz Khas, New Delhi, presents its second show, Kindred Dichotomies, a compelling exhibition featuring Sudhanshu Sutar and Andrea Zucchi. On view from 10th April to 27th April 2025, the show brings together

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Aakash Ranison’s Below 2° Will Melt By 2050

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Aakash Ranison's Below 2

Aakash Ranison Advocates Sustainability Through Below 2° Project As the temperature in North India booms, the India Meteorological Department forecasted a severe heatwave; calling for climate activism. Artist Aakash Ranison’s creation Below 2°—located at the eco-resort Karma Lakelands, Gurugram—highlights the potential climatic disasters on the horizon. Aakash Ranison Climate Activism via Below 2° Aakash Ranison’s

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Shana Sood marks her return to India with ‘Homecoming’ 

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First Solo exhibition for Indian-American Artist Shana Sood opens at Bikaner House this week Indian-American artist Shana Sood is returning to India with two solo exhibitions. ‘Titled HOMECOMING: Echoes of Belonging by Shana Sood, the Art show is curated by Georgina Maddox at Bikaner House and opened on 4th April. The solo exhibition is on

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The Swing by Fragonard: Decoding Rococo Romance and Scandal

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The Swing (1767).

A Masterpiece of Playful Provocation: Secrets Behind the Brushstrokes Renowned artist Jean-Honoré Fragonard painted “The Swing” in 1767, during the Rococo era. The image shows a young woman on a swing being pushed by an older man as another young man watches her from behind some bushes. The scene is in a gorgeous garden overflowing

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