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As we approach the final week of this year’s pride month, we at Abir Pothi communicated with 10 emerging queer artists you should definitely look out for. Their art is not just an expression of their sexualities but also their expressive canvas to communicate their individual struggles and ideologies. With strong strokes and stronger voices, […]
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Smriti Malhotra In the mystical land of Manipur, where lush greenery caresses the horizon and the air carries whispers of ancient tales, there exists a melodic treasure that transcends time and space. It is the enchanting Pena, a musical instrument steeped in history and cultural significance, synonymous with the Meitei people and their vibrant heritage.
Musical Melodies of Pena; Manipuri Musical Instrument Read More »
Tsuktiben Jamir In an unusual display of artistic rebellion, a daring visitor at Seoul’s renowned Leeum Museum of Art took the concept of ‘interactive art’ to a new level. The incident occurred at Maurizio Cattelan’s thought-provoking “WE” exhibition featuring his infamous work, “Comedian.” This installation consisted of a ripe banana meticulously duct-taped to a wall,
See it, Soak it, Enjoy it & then.. Eat it… The Short Life Cycle of Edible Art! Read More »
Art criticism brings a new perspective on seeing Art, and Feminist Art criticism questions views and offers a broad view of Art. Feminist Art historian Linda Nochlin’s article, ” Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists? ” is in a historical period. Or now that article is considered as a historical question. In that
Why is Feminist Art Criticism So Important in Gentileschi’s Artistic Life? Read More »
Cats have had a significant presence in the world of art history, appearing in various forms and contexts throughout different periods. Here are a few interesting points about cats in art history: Ancient Egypt: Cats held a special place in ancient Egyptian culture and mythology. They were highly revered and considered sacred animals. They frequently
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Tsuktiben Jamir Are you prolific in any subject? When do we call someone prolific? One who continuously does artwork is considered a prolific artist. Painting or writing poetry and fiction and producing music is considered prolific creativity. Genius people are called prolific writers, painters, artists or musicians. They make the volume of something in their
Is stealing art an art itself? Meet Mr. Breitwieser Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX When do we start to think and discuss the woman’s presence in Art? The influence of the feminist movement and scholarship could help to think about the woman artist and woman’s art history. The feminist movement brought women’s Art as a renewed topic for research and argument. Feminist theories bring a new
How Women Made Place in Art, Paint History? Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX Do you know what Western painter Peter Brueghel usually disguised in his paintings? Most of Brueghel’s paintings are more ambiguous than his contemporaries. Drama is the most essential element in Brueghel’s paintings. Drama makes his compositions more mysterious. Using these elements in his paintings, Peter Brueghel explores the intellectual up and down
Have You Seen the Drama in Peter Brueghel’s Painting ‘Fall of Icarus’? Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX What do we do when engaging with Food and Art on Food? Is Art of Food tasteful or evokes taste buds? What does the Western give us as an experience of Art? What do we get from the documentation of Picasso, Van Gough, and Vermeer, Art as Food culture? Are they bring
How about eating a Picasso or a Van Gaugh? How will they taste? Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX When the Great Depression started, people started to return to home, the countryside and the village. Artists start to study the regional element of their life and land. This quest for regional features intends to bring the artistic practice back into a path of resistance against the art capital or capitalism. Regionalism is
Regionalism: Song of American Country Folk Read More »