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Art for Social Media: How Has the Algorithm Altered Art?

#vangogh on Instagram pulls up around 3.9 million images and video results-that include everything from the popular immersive exhibition doing its rounds to even accessories, recreations and themed make-up looks. Van Gogh’s art with vivid blues and yellows was suddenly everywhere- in physical and online markets- because of high click-throughs and resharing, all managed entirely […]

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Street Art as a Political Tool in Indian Context

This long-read-research article about Street Art- Graffiti in the Indian context brings multi-layer ideas about social life and street art as a context itself.  Kritika Verma This chapter focuses on one issue in the wide-ranging, contemporary debates on the relationship between art and politics: philosophy’s role in these debates and its contribution. In the background,

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Parviz Tanavoli: The Poet and the Beloved King of Iranian Pop Art

Is Parviz Tanavoli a poet or a Prophet in contemporary Iranian Art? Parviz became a popular and pioneering figure in Iranian Art over the last six decades, and he used Persian traditions to modernise and reinterpret Iranian Art. After completing his studies in Art in Tehran in the 1950s, Parviz started to create Artwork that

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Report Reveals Plight of Persecuted Artists and Urges Expanded Protections

A new report published by Artists at Risk Connection (ARC), an initiative of the freedom of expression nonprofit PEN America, sheds light on the plight of persecuted artists and calls for expanded protections from human rights and arts organisations. Titled “Art Is Power: 20 Artists on How They Fight for Justice and Inspire Change,” the

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Indian Influence on European Fashion; Showcasing Iconic Dress and Textiles, Exhibiting Cultural Exchange

The recently-concluded exhibition “India in Fashion: The Impact of Indian Dress and Textiles on the Fashionable Imagination” occurred at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai, India. Curated by fashion journalist and editor Hamish Bowles, the exhibition explored India’s influence on European fashion throughout history. The exhibition was divided into ten sections, each

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Transforming Art Education for Elementary Students: Innovative Approaches Explored

This article addresses a neglected area in art education—the service course in art education for elementary education majors. They reflect on their own experiences and ideas in developing innovative projects for their art methods courses. Three key areas: are discussed to understand child art, visual culture, and issues-based art education. Minam Kim focuses on the

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Samvaad with Sidharth: The Visual Story Teller of Many Journeys (Part 1 of 5)

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From

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