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Why Art Matters in India India has an incredibly rich tradition of art, crafts, and cultural heritage. Art in India isn’t just for decoration or enjoyment—it’s deeply connected to our society and economy. Millions of people earn their living through various art forms, from folk artists and craftspeople to painters and performers. However, many artists […]
A Simple Guide to Artist’s Rights and Laws in India Read More »
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,
‘Nature in Architecture’; The Voices of Antoni Gaudi Read More »
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 –
The Ashta Nayika: Eight Types of Heroines in Indian Miniature Painting Read More »
American folk art holds a special place in the cultural and artistic heritage of the United States. It comes from self-taught makers, rural craftsmen, and community artisans. Folk art captures the spirit of a young nation shaped by diversity, faith, labor, and storytelling. Its roots trace back to the colonial and post-Revolutionary War periods. During
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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.
9 Historic Domes That Define India’s Architectural Legacy Read More »
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
The Intersection of Art and Mental Health Read More »
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.
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
Luís Vaz de Camões and the Art of Exile: A Tribute in Goa Read More »
Why is The progressive art movement influential because they intend to break the rule and style of Indian art. In a word, they modernised Indian Art in different tones and method as they are a group of people who thinks differently. After independence, the Indian Art scene eagerly looked for transformation, and a young group
H A Gade: A Man Who Brings Modernism to Indian Art Read More »
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
Krishen Khanna’s 5 Paintings Featuring Christian Religious Symbolism Read More »