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An Oral Tradition: Saura Painting of Orissa

Each state; each district; each region of India is a mecca of tradition. One may find many folk arts and rituals. Whether it is Jaipur’s Blue Pottery, Madhya Pradesh’s Bhil, or Tamil Nadu’s Tanjore paintings, each of these eclectic art forms is nuanced and differs greatly from each other. There might be overlaps, with some […]

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Mural Painting: Colorful History and Aesthetics Beyond Walls

Mural painting is a remarkable example of human creativity and expression in visual art. These large canvases are colourful affirmations of culture, history, and imagination that cover walls, buildings, and public areas. Every paint stroke conveys a narrative, every colour selection arouses feelings, and every image enthrals the viewer and transports them to a realm

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Studio Azzurro: Innovating the Landscape of Art and Technology

Today, I want to take you on a journey into the captivating world of Studio Azzurro. Imagine, if you will, a bustling city in Italy, where amidst the cobbled streets of Milan, a unique, creative soul thrives, contained within the diverse bodies of talented individuals. This soul is Studio Azzurro, a collective that has etched

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18 Famous Watercolor Artists Who Continue to Influence Painting Today

Watercolour is a captivating medium in visual art because of its brilliance, transparency, and fluidity. Watercolour, frequently praised for its ethereal appearance and expressive possibilities, has been the medium of choice for many well-known artists throughout history. The artwork produced in this medium, which ranges from bright portraits to delicate landscapes, has made a lasting

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Twenty Famous Modern Artists Who Shaped Contemporary Art

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A few luminaries stand out as imposing characters in the vibrant field of modern art, their creative abilities influencing the direction of current expression. The impressionists’ vivid colour schemes and the cubists’ abstract worlds are just two examples of how contemporary artists have consistently pushed the limits of artistic tradition, changing our understanding of form,

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Sun’s Out, Tongue’s Out: The ‘Wacky’ Birth of the Albert Einstein Meme

When we discovered Grammys’ new artist Meghan Thee Stallion, we remembered her for her Beyoncé AKA Cowboy Carter collab and her iconic tongue. If we were to rank the tongue iconography, we’d award it an easy third position. But what about the first two you ask? The first, would; for obvious reasons; go to Goddess

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The Grand Collection of The Government Museum and Art Gallery Chandigarh

What is a museum but a souvenir of history? Indian museums and art galleries are the repositories of our primordial culture. Informative and educational, these museums remind us of the rich culture and heritage. One of the oldest art galleries in India is the Government Museum and Art Gallery at Chandigarh, which was engendered at

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Fawn Over the Collection at the National Gallery of Modern Art Bangalore

India’s culture and heritage is unparalleled. As a melting pot, the nation has housed the treasures of various indigenous dynasties and international conquerors. At every region of the bountiful land, one would come face to face with local arts and crafts. Whether it is the Cheriyal village of Telangana, known for its folk Cheriyal scroll

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