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Exploring the Distinctive Threads: The Nuances of American and English Comics (Part-1)

INTRODUCTION The world of comics is  captivating where artistic expression and storytelling converge to create vibrant narratives that captivate readers across the globe. Within this realm, two distinct traditions, American comics and English comics, stand as pillars of creativity and innovation. While they share the common medium of sequential art, these traditions exhibit remarkable differences […]

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Woman in Gold is Bold, Brave and Brilliant

Ever since individuals began cohabitating, political tensions have persistently plagued societies. One event that profoundly impacted humanity and affected the entire world was the world war, considered one of the worst events in history. The Nazis, a faction of fascists, disregarded fundamental human ethics and resulted in extensive devastation across various regions. Art was not

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Celebrating Altina ‘Tina’ Schinasi: The Visionary Artist Behind the Iconic Cat-Eye Eyeglass Frames

4 Aug’23, ON THIS DAY On August 4th, Google Doodle pays tribute to Altina ‘Tina’ Schinasi, an exceptional American artist and inventor renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to the world of fashion and film. As we celebrate what would have been her 116th birthday, let’s delve into the life and achievements of this remarkable individual

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From Canvas to Soccer Pitch: JAY-Z’s Artistic Affinity and Aspirations

An Artistic Bond: JAY-Z’s Decade-Long Love for the World of Art Over the past decade, music mogul JAY-Z has been candidly expressing his deep appreciation for the world of art. Beyond his chart-topping albums and entrepreneurial endeavors, the 53-year-old rapper has consistently showcased his passion for artistic creativity. His latest involvement in the art scene

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Postcards from Home: Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of Partition Through Artistic Expressions

An Emotional Symphony Unveiled in Gurugram’s Museo Camera In the sprawling exhibition hall of Museo Camera, Gurugram, an array of scrolls hangs, adorned with powerful images and tales that penetrate the heart. These scrolls transcend temporal and geographical boundaries, offering a poignant glimpse into lives that thrived before the historic demarcation between India and Pakistan.

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Sunil Das’ Artistic Odyssey: The Spirit of Equine Majesty and Ferocious Bulls

Born in Kolkata in 1939, Sunil Das was an Indian expressionist painter. Coming from a middle-class family, Das decided to be a painter early on in life and refused to join his family business. He enrolled in the Government College of Art and Craft, Calcutta in 1955 and later won a French Government Scholarship to

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Madhubani Art of Raja Salhesh, Buddha & Baba Saheb: More Than Just Mithila’s Upper-Caste Women Enterprise

Religious histories are often synonymous with legends and myths that root for a king or a demigod who possessed magical powers and eventually uplifted the society from evil towards ‘Dharma’. Fortunately, these legends and folklore have been documented as various visual and performative art forms of the subcontinent. Dalit visual and performative histories have always

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Stitching Politics: Textile Art’s Bold Resurgence and Political Power Unveiled

In a revolutionary shift, the traditional realms of embroidery, weaving, and fabric decoration are emerging as potent vehicles for political expression, as a series of captivating exhibitions this summer and autumn spotlight the protest intricately woven into stitchwork. Departing from their historical classification as mere crafts, these exhibitions are propelling textiles into the realm of

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Painter of Eloquent Silence: The Dark Surrealism of Ganesh Pyne

I become whole when I paint. – Ganesh Pyne  Reclusiveness might be a cherished ideal amongst artists and, at times, even a necessity for the creative potential to unleash itself. However, extending it to a point where the artist is reluctant to display the work even to one’s audience is an oddly amusing event. The

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