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Nestled in the Foliage: Benny Kuriakose Projects

If there is one architect who has popularised the vernacular of Southern India, it is Benny Kuriakose. Kuriakose, born on 25 May 1962 is known for using natural building materials (timber, wood, and stone), which he frequently employs in his conservation architecture endeavours. Benny Kuriakose founded his eponymous firm Benny Kuriakose & Associates in 1985. […]

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The World of Marc Chagall: Dialogues of Magical and Painted Mirror

Marc Chagall is a great artist whose canvases reverberate with emotion, mythology, and the essence of dreams inside the colourful tapestry of 20th-century art. Born in Vitebsk, Belarus, in 1887, Chagall travelled across continents and periods in his artistic career, fusing surrealism, cubism, and fauvism into a singular style that eluded classification. Love, religion, and

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Know Our Jury for Abir India’s First Take 2024: Veer Munshi

The eighth iteration of Abir India’s First Take 2024 is about to engulf the vivacious city of Ahmedabad. This event is more than just a show; it is a demonstration of the ability of art to erase boundaries and captivate hearts. It’s important to consider Abir India’s extraordinary journey to this point as the expectation

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Examining Jim Carrey’s Artwork: Paintings, Sculpture and Cartoons

Renowned for his unmatched comic and acting skills, Jim Carrey has enthralled audiences for many years with his captivating performances and enduring characters. But Carrey has just taken up painting, a new artistic endeavour that has attracted much interest and appreciation. This introduction looks at how art changed Carrey’s life and examines the sources of

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What Makes Grandma Moses’ Folk Art and Paintings So Beloved and Timeless?

Grandma Moses, a name synonymous with American folk art, has captivated art enthusiasts around the world with her charming and nostalgic paintings. Her artworks, filled with vibrant colours and scenes of rural life, offer a window into a simpler time. In this article, we will explore the life and legacy of Grandma Moses, her most

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Exploring the Timeless Legacy of Jacob Lawrence: A Journey Through His Art and Life

Introduction Few names have the same deep resonance in the field of American art as Jacob Lawrence. Known for his vivid portrayals of African American life, Lawrence’s contributions go beyond simple artistic ability to convey a potent story of adversity, resiliency, and cultural identity. Lawrence’s body of work, which includes his renowned Migration Series and

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Voyage of Thomas Cole or The Architectural Landscape Painting

American landscape painter Thomas Cole (1801–1848) was the driving force behind the Hudson River School, a prominent mid–19th-century art movement in the country. Cole is renowned for his meticulously rendered and romanticised landscapes, which frequently evoke awe and grandeur in the American wilderness. Born in England, Cole emigrated to the US in 1818  with his family.

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The Sacred Mirrors, The Visionary Art of Alex Grey

American artist Alex Grey is renowned for his unique, visionary works that frequently examine spirituality, connectivity, and the human condition. The intricate anatomical representations that define Grey’s work typically show the human body in a way that highlights the complicated interactions between its layers of matter, energy, and spirit. Images of chakras, auras, and other

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