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‘Nature in Architecture’; The Voices of Antoni Gaudi

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Let’s Learn Antoni Gaudi’s Facts Gaston Bachelard’s exploration of language, distinguishing between the utilitarian “signification” and the creative “poetry,” provides a lens through which we can analyse the intersection of language and architecture. In Michael Graves’ “A Case for Figurative Architecture,” the analogy between everyday language and the internal structure of a building is drawn, […]

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The Ashta Nayika: Eight Types of Heroines in Indian Miniature Painting

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During medieval times, the Mughal rulers brought great changes to Indian art. They supported artists with money and resources, which helped painting reach new heights. This period saw a beautiful mix of Persian art with local Indian styles, creating different schools like Mughal, Rajasthani, Pahadi, and Deccani painting. From this mix came miniature paintings –

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9 Historic Domes That Define India’s Architectural Legacy

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In Indian architectural history, domes have played a significant role, appearing in Buddhist stupas, Jain temples, and the opulence of Mughal buildings. These constructions were not just technical achievements but also symbolic representations of the sacred, whether they were the bulbous, elaborately decorated domes of Islamic architecture or the early domical forms found in stupas.

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The Intersection of Art and Mental Health

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Art is inherently subjective, created and interpreted through individual experiences, memories, emotions, and preferences. The aesthetic experience comes from the relationship between the viewer and the artwork. For the artist, creating is an emotional act. An artist must stay connected to their work as it develops; the creative process serves as a space for mutual

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Spatial Boundaries Dissolve in Pritzker Winner Riken Yamamoto’s Contemporary Architecture

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Riken Yamamoto Architecture Japanese Architect Riken Yamamoto was awarded the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize on March 4, 2024, and the raving ripples are percolating! But he deserved and was owed his flowers. Throughout his illustrious career, Yamamoto has created spaces that foster social interaction and community engagement. Riken Yamamoto buildings rely on precision and rationality.

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Luís Vaz de Camões and the Art of Exile: A Tribute in Goa

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Born in 1524, Luís Vaz de Camões remains one of the most enigmatic figures of Renaissance literature. He emerged from the shifting social and political tides of 16th- century Portugal, a nation expanding its maritime reach into Asia and Africa, while also navigating the turbulence of religious orthodoxy and imperial ambition. His life, though celebrated

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Krishen Khanna’s 5 Paintings Featuring Christian Religious Symbolism

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Krishen Khanna, one of India’s most celebrated modernists. This article delves into five significant works where Christian iconography becomes a lens to reflect on suffering, compassion, and search for spiritual meaning in the fractured world. 1) The Last Supper 2) Betrayal 3) Meeting at Emmaus 4) Peita 5) Thou Sayest So Featuring Image Courtesy: Saffron

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