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In Self Defence: Shot by Yi-Fei Chen’s Bullets of Tears

Introduction Discomfort is very common in social situations, especially when one feels like an outsider. Imagine being surrounded by a language and culture vastly different from your own, facing authority you struggle to communicate with and stand up to. How do you respond to unfair treatment when the odds are stacked against you? For Yi-Fei […]

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5 Philosophies of Art You Should Know About

Introduction Art is a boundless subject that has enchanted humanity for millennia, functioning as a  crucial conduit for the articulation of thoughts, sentiments, and interpretations of the human experience.  This intricate and multifaceted subject has spurred countless debates among philosophers, artists, and scholars, giving rise to an array of philosophical perspectives that seek to decipher

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Being Naked and Being Nude are Two Separate Things!

Kenneth Clark’s conceptual distinction between the “naked” and the “nude” looks into the intricate interplay between the human body, art, and society’s perception of it. This distinction offers profound insights into how the presentation of the human form in art can fundamentally alter our understanding of it, transcending the mere physicality of the body to

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Re-evaluating the British Museum’s Role: A Dialogue on Colonial Artefacts and Ethical Obligations

Introduction The British Museum’s loss of 1,500 items, allegations of theft involving insiders, and the questions raised about its extensive collection’s origins have ignited a renewed discussion on the moral and ethical aspects of retaining artefacts acquired during the era of imperialism. In light of these developments, Professor Kavita Singh’s perspective becomes a critical lens

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Unheard Voices of India Appreciated at Lokayata Art Gallery

A new photography exhibition has recently been opened for visitors at Lokyata Art Gallery, organized by the Luna Arts. This exhibition includes a wide range of high-quality, newly conceptualized, and breathtaking pictures that provoke people to think about the works. Apart from the images of humans with the emotional element, a few landscapes are also

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Big Eyes: A Great ‘Lure’ in Western Art, Story of Margaret Keane

Margaret Keane is maybe the only Artist who established herself as an artist in the courtroom in Western Art history. Margaret, an American artist known for painting subjects with big eyes and Artwork, was initially credited to her ex-husband for years. The story of People with Eyes and ‘lure’ in Western Art goes back to

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M F Hussain, Raza, Nandlal Bose; The Legacy of Hutheesing Visual Art Centre 

Umang Hutheesing starts to talk about the Hutheesing Visual Art Centre and the legacy of art exhibitions. Forty-five years of the visual arts centre is something in itself that is an incredible journey, and Umang has been part of this majorly. Umang has seen art in his family even before exposure to art in India,

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Narratives of Black Identity: The Powerful Portraits of Amy Sherald

Introduction Images do not just offer visual appeal- they form narratives that go on to become part of culture, ideas, and perception. What artists choose to paint influences public opinion, shapes societal views and affects the way one views the people represented within art.  So, what happens when artists opt to rewrite typical portrayals? Or,

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Divine Doorways: Exploring the Mystique of Kavad Art from Rajasthan

A kavad is a mobile shrine or temple intricately crafted from painted wood. It holds significance within the oral storytelling practice known as kavad banchana, widely embraced in the Rajasthan region. The term “kavad” is thought to have roots in Sanskrit words such as “kavaat,” “kapaat,” or “kivaad,” which allude to a “half door” or

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