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The vibrant world of tattoo art in Northern Ireland was struck by tragedy when Aidan Mann, a talented and highly regarded tattoo artist, met a sudden and devastating end. Just a day after sending his well-wishes for the new year, Mann’s life was tragically cut short in a fatal stabbing by his neighbour, Barry Donnelly. […]
Tragic Street Death of Talented Tattoo Artist Aidan Mann Read More »
When the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute sought a space to host 60 artists for this summer’s CowParade fundraiser, experiential agency VDA stepped up to the challenge. The CowParade event features 75 life-size cow sculptures, designed by local artists, which are being displayed at landmarks throughout the Boston area from June 24 to Sept. 4. This unique
Artistic Expression and Community Unity: Celebrating Artists at CowParade Boston Read More »
In the vast realm of contemporary art, a genre known as appropriation art has emerged, capturing the attention of both art enthusiasts and critics alike. Appropriation artists engage in the act of borrowing or copying existing artistic imagery, repurposing it in a way that reframes its meaning and establishes a new artistic voice. This practice
11 Historical Appropriation Art that Redefining Meaning and Challenging Conventions Read More »
Why men will always be men? How could men manage the ‘Menness’ in their bodies as a symbol? A six-pack muscle symbolised Men as masculine image. But masculinity has never been satisfied with the ‘Six-pack’ body that anyone can make with a proper workout. A moustache is solid to express ‘Menness’ in social settings. Is
An Illustrated Story about Moustache and Masculinity in Bharti Kher Painting Read More »
Strawberries, often seen as a gift from the gods and a symbol of creativity, have captured the imagination of artists and musicians throughout history. The iconic song “Strawberry Fields Forever” by The Beatles immortalised the enchantment surrounding these summery fruits. Originating from John Lennon’s nostalgic memories of Strawberry Field, a Salvation Army charity children’s home
The Sexy Fruit: Kiss-from-heaven Strawberries Inspire Art Read More »
This article delves into the potential biases and limitations of AI-generated images in shaping art history, highlighting concerns about skewed representation and the need for diverse perspectives in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence (AI) applications have revolutionised various fields, including art creation and research. However, the use of AI in generating images
AI’s Impact on Art History: Are Narratives Being Skewed? Read More »
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
The Red Thread: Tale of of Kotpad Weaving in Odisha Read More »
The artistic works of D.P. Roy Chowdhury and Ramkinker Baij have captivated the art world, each with their unique perspectives on the labouring class and the complexities of modernity. Partha Mitter’s observations comparing the two artists raise thought-provoking questions about their differences and the implications of their artistic visions. This article delves into their works,
Moroccan-Belgian photographer Mous Lamrabat has collaborated with WhatsApp, the world’s most popular messaging application, to capture the essence of diasporic connectivity and cross-cultural creativity. With over 2 billion users in more than 180 countries, WhatsApp is renowned for its ability to connect people globally, and this collaboration sought to explore the transformative power of the
Moroccan-Belgian Photographer & WhatsApp Unite to Capture Cross-Cultural Creativity Read More »
“In a highly productive nation, the ornament is no longer a natural product of its culture, and therefore represents backwardness or even a degenerative tendency.” (Loos, 1970). These are the words of Adolf Loos, a modernist architect from Vienna. He wrote this piece called ‘The Ornament and Crime’ in 1910 when the Art Nouveau moment
Redefining the Meaning of ‘Ornamentation’ in Architecture through the Indian Context Read More »