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Art for Social Media: How Has the Algorithm Altered Art?

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#vangogh on Instagram pulls up around 3.9 million images and video results-that include everything from the popular immersive exhibition doing its rounds to even accessories, recreations and themed make-up looks. Van Gogh’s art with vivid blues and yellows was suddenly everywhere- in physical and online markets- because of high click-throughs and resharing, all managed entirely […]

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Street Art as a Political Tool in Indian Context

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This long-read-research article about Street Art- Graffiti in the Indian context brings multi-layer ideas about social life and street art as a context itself.  Kritika Verma This chapter focuses on one issue in the wide-ranging, contemporary debates on the relationship between art and politics: philosophy’s role in these debates and its contribution. In the background,

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Reassessing Panofsky’s Influence: Challenging Norms in Art History and Embracing Diversity in Visual Interpretation

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One way to gain insight into the current directions of art historical study is to view them as providing alternatives to the prevailing approach of early modern art historians. Figures like Wölfflin and Panofsky, who were highly influential in the field, primarily focused their attention and developed their modes of analysis about the art of

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Report Reveals Plight of Persecuted Artists and Urges Expanded Protections

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A new report published by Artists at Risk Connection (ARC), an initiative of the freedom of expression nonprofit PEN America, sheds light on the plight of persecuted artists and calls for expanded protections from human rights and arts organisations. Titled “Art Is Power: 20 Artists on How They Fight for Justice and Inspire Change,” the

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Indian Influence on European Fashion; Showcasing Iconic Dress and Textiles, Exhibiting Cultural Exchange

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The recently-concluded exhibition “India in Fashion: The Impact of Indian Dress and Textiles on the Fashionable Imagination” occurred at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai, India. Curated by fashion journalist and editor Hamish Bowles, the exhibition explored India’s influence on European fashion throughout history. The exhibition was divided into ten sections, each

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Transforming Art Education for Elementary Students: Innovative Approaches Explored

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This article addresses a neglected area in art education—the service course in art education for elementary education majors. They reflect on their own experiences and ideas in developing innovative projects for their art methods courses. Three key areas: are discussed to understand child art, visual culture, and issues-based art education. Minam Kim focuses on the

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A Historian’s Tale: The Life of Jasleen Dhamija in Indian Textiles and Other Traditions

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Smriti Malhotra Jasleen Dhamija, was a highly esteemed historian and a revered champion of traditional Indian crafts, has left an indelible mark on the preservation and promotion of the country’s rich cultural heritage. Through her extensive research, significant policy contributions, and unwavering dedication, she has become a beacon, illuminating the narrative surrounding Indian textiles and

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The Role of Environmentally Engaged Urban Street Art

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This long-read-research article about Street Art- Graffiti in the Indian context brings multi-layer ideas about social life and street art as a context itself.  Kritika Verma It is a dizzying prospect to account for the wide variety of individuals that make up the audience of urban street art, “the only immediate feedback the artists get

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Artist Devashish Gaur Harnesses Personal and Strangers’ Family Albums to Craft Intricate Photo-Based Artworks

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Devashish Gaur, an artist based in Delhi, embarked on a captivating artistic journey when he stumbled upon an old box of family photographs during home renovations in 2019. Intrigued by the images, many of which featured his grandfather, Gaur decided to utilise them in an ongoing series of complex photo-based artworks that blur the boundaries

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