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Indian Art and cultural space lost a prominent critical voice last day, Kavita Singh (58), a renowned art historian, scholar, writer, former Professor and dean at the School of Arts and Aesthetics, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and winner of the prestigious 2018 Infosys Prize for Humanities, passed away on Sunday. She was one of the […]
Eminent Art historian and Educator Kavita Singh passes away Read More »
A Luxurious Bargain and Elusive Access Private foundations offer a lucrative tax-saving opportunity for the ultrawealthy to donate valuable assets while promising public benefits. However, investigations reveal that some donors have exploited this system to claim millions in tax deductions while offering limited or no public access to their donated assets. The Carolands Mansion –
A Bold Climate Protest at the National Gallery Climate activists from the group “This is Rigged” staged a bold protest at the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh on Wednesday, targeting a portrait of King Charles III. The protest aimed to draw attention to the government’s stance on new oil and gas projects and demand
Eduardo Kac’s Decades-Long Vision Takes Shape Renowned artist Eduardo Kac is about to accomplish a lifelong dream with his artwork Ágora (1986-2023), a piece specifically designed for deep space. After three decades of waiting for the perfect opportunity, Ágora is set to embark on a journey beyond Earth’s atmosphere. But this space voyage is not
Artist Eduardo Kac to Send a Hologram Into Space. What does it mean to us? Read More »
Who is an Artist in modern terms? One who produces Artwork to fulfil the prevalent desire of the people or the market? Otherwise, the artist who makes works for the taste of the Gallery and the people ready to purchase the Artwork? When discussing Art in a market-oriented economy, Art is more than an investment,
Marianne North: Botanical Artists and A Perfect World of Wonders Read More »
Sure, The theme of Barbie is to make every girl believe they can be anything they want…as long as they’re tall, blonde, white, skinny and their head is larger than their waist! The role of Barbie in the minds of young girls has always been brought into question. Is she a feminist icon, a flagbearer
The Legacy of Barbie: 11 Times the Girl In Plastic Got Too Controversial. Read More »
Harlem Renaissance was an intellectual and artistic revival of the Afro-American community, opening African society to a ‘cultured community’ and a more renewed one. Harlem Renaissance brought music, Art, dance, fashion, literature, theatre, political and scholarly mindset, and ambiance to the Afro-American society that communed in Harlem province in the 1920s and 1930s. Harlem Renaissance
Augusta Savage: A Woman Artist of Harlem Renaissance Who Tunes African Melodies Read More »
Tattoos, an ancient form of body art, have been an integral part of Indian culture for ages. While some people today view tattoos as a fashion statement or trend, their roots can be traced back to various indigenous tribes that practised the art of tattooing. In this article, we will be looking into the history
Ink Traditions: The Fascinating Story behind Traditional Tattoos of India Read More »
How the ‘Caribbean or Afro’ society was created, Pro. Fabienne Viala claimed they have been shaped by the ‘slave trade, the plantation system and structural racism’. Exploiting their bodies, land, and resources is the nature of this white-black co-living and the denial of socioeconomic chances. The Caribbean and Afro society was wounded by racial discrimination,
Kara Walker: The Horrors of Slavery, Rape and Murder in a Black Fairy Tale Read More »
Architecture, as a discipline, has long been intertwined with cultural identity and societal influences. This article looks into the complex relationship between architecture and culture, tracing its historical foundations and questioning its universality. By excavating through several layers of cultural influences, we aim to understand the significance of cultural identity in architectural discourse and its