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Exploring the World of Vexillology: The Art and Symbolism of Flags

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Introduction Flags have transcended their role as mere pieces of cloth to become powerful symbols that capture the essence of nations, organizations, and ideologies. This realm of study, known as vexillology, delves into the profound significance of flags by exploring their historical evolution, intricate design principles, and the deep cultural meanings they carry. From ancient […]

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Street Art and Graffiti In Indian Public Spaces

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Kritika Verma I will begin by introducing the topic of graffiti and street art (henceforth graf/street art). Secondly, I will explain the emergence of Street art/ Graffiti in public spaces in India, explaining the importance of and justification for studying graffiti/street artists and their impacts on urban and rural landscapes. I will define the working

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“Krishan Khanna is an Artist of Epic Imagination”: Ashok Vajpeyi

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Excerpts from the conversation between Poet and eminent Cultural Critic Ashok Vajpeyi and Abir Pothi Founder Nidheesh Tyagi Krishan Khanna: An Unusual Modern Master Krishan Khanna is a very unusual modern artist. This modern master has attained the age of one hundred. The Progressive Artists Group, of which he was a member, had artists who

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Orhan Pamuk’s ‘The Museum of Innocence: A Literary Masterpiece Transformed into Art

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Introduction Orhan Pamuk, the acclaimed Turkish author, is renowned for his ability to weave intricate tales that capture the essence of Istanbul and the human condition. One of his most remarkable works, “The Museum of Innocence,” transcends the realm of literature to become a tangible art form, as Pamuk ingeniously transforms words into objects, creating

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From Skinning Animals to Fine Art: The Diverse Journeys of Renowned Taxidermy Artist

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Dan Ostermiller, a native of Colorado-born in 1956, was deeply immersed in the world of taxidermy from a young age, thanks to his family legacy. His father, a renowned taxidermist, had travelled the globe for his craft, performing surgeries on animals in Africa, India, Alaska, and Canada. Dan’s upbringing was steeped in taxidermy, and it

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Serendipity Arts Residency 2025 Brings Diverse Cohort of Artists and Programmer-in-Residence

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Serendipity Arts is pleased to announce the selected participants for the ongoing eighth edition of the Serendipity Arts Residency, which began on 12 May 2025. The annual three-month residency, held at the Serendipity Arts Foundation in New Delhi, continues its commitment to nurturingemerging voices across disciplines and geographies. This year’s edition brings together five Artists-in-Residence

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Serendipity Arts Festival Announces Curators and Grants for its 10th Edition.

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In its largest-ever edition, the festival will have 35+ curators including Shubha Mudgal, Lillete Dubey, Ehsaan Noorani, Manu Chandra, Thukral & Tagra, and Geeta Chandran among others across disciplines like visual and performing arts, craft, culinary arts and accessibility. Serendipity Arts Festival (SAF) returns to Panaji, Goa in its landmark tenth edition, from December 12

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The Red Thread: Tale of of Kotpad Weaving in Odisha

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Kotpad, a small village nestled in the picturesque state of Odisha, holds a weaving tradition that is both captivating and vanishing with the passage of time. The artistry of Kotpad weaving, passed down through generations, embodies a softer, more artistic lens of the world. Weaver’s Homes at Kotpad Within the weavers’ abodes, a long corridor

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