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Introduction In the heart of India which has a rich cultural tradition, there exists an ancient craft—a living art more than ten thousand years old—the craft of idol-making—where legends pass through the whispering old banyan and peepul trees and the air is heavy with immortal bhakti- devotion. This elegant and mesmerising skill has been nourishing […]
Durga Puja Idol Making Journey from Kumartuli to Guwahati Read More »
Srikanta Paul, whose work plays a phenomenal blend of surrealism, symbolism, and tactile opulence, is currently being showcased at Emami Art Gallery through the exhibition 𝗘𝗸𝗸𝗵𝗮𝗻: Situating the Present. The large-scale woodblock panel (Letterpress Ink on Woodblock Panel of 77.3 x 48.2 in., 2022) invites viewers into a layered investigation into freedom, entrapment and the
What Do Srikanta Paul’s Grotesque Figures and Distorted Time Tell Us About Confinement? Read More »
How Kanu Gandhi Captured Gandhi: An Intimate Perspective through the Lens And the man who was and still is synonymous with non-violence and truth came to be alive in images captured by Kanu Gandhi — Grand Nephew of Mahatma Gandhi. His photos take us through a personal view of the everyday at Mahatma Gandhi as
Do You Know About Gandhi’s Photographer? Read More »
Gandhi as a Fashion Designer: A Vision of Simplicity and Identity Most of us think of Mahatma Gandhi and we are reminded how he helped India gain Independence and his teachings on Ahimsa (Non-Violence) but little do we realise he also did wonders to the fashion hemisphere. Gandhi was also ahead of his time in
Is Gandhi the Most Influential Fashion Designer in History? Read More »
Introduction A few days back, I went to Bikaner House. I keep visiting that place every now and then and it is the same as it ever was, with previews for a few of the exhibitions. There were a lot of awesome artworks at the exhibit and I drew to focus on three paintings that
Mamta Banerjee, the CM of Bengal, is more than a politician. Didi is an artist, and an underrated one too. In April 2021, she staged a dharna to protest a 24-hour campaigning ban imposed upon her by the Election Commission. During the course of the dharna, Banerjee could not contain the artist inside her and
Mamta Banerjee: The Politician Who Paints, But How Good Are Her Artworks? Read More »
Unlocking India’s Gaming Potential: Challenges and Opportunities for Developers With changing times and economies, we have experienced a vast surge in the Indian video-gaming industry, the surge however has been one-sided with many Indians playing video games and less on the Indians developing games. India is still in its nascent stages when it comes to
Indians Play Games But Don’t Make It! Read More »
Introduction Historically, video games were often marketed more heavily toward men, particularly during the early years of the industry. However, this perception has evolved significantly in recent years. The current video game audience is diverse, with nearly equal representation of both genders. According to various studies and reports, women now make up a substantial portion
Games Women Play Are Different Than Those of Men Read More »
A spiritual leader who was a controversial and global name Rajnish Osho is still the main topic across both philosophical and artistic circles while they either loved him or hated it, there is no middle. Though he is most commonly associated with meditation, sexuality and radical spiritual ideologies, his influence on art—the language and modality
The Influence of Rajnish Osho on the Language of Art Read More »
Introduction Violence is the lifeblood of American history, politics and culture. Violence is present in many shapes and guises throughout American society, from the colonial conquests and Civil War to mass shootings, police killings. Art is an interpretative representation and direct reflection of social practices, giving readers a unique toolbox to delve into the point
Can Art Suggest Where Violence in America Comes From? Read More »