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Transforming Art Education for Elementary Students: Innovative Approaches Explored

#longread, Columns, Featured / June 28, 2023

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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Only Dreams Knows How to Sleep Like a Gypsy

Do You Know?, Featured / June 28, 2023

The Sleeping Gypsy is an iconic painting by Henri Rousseau about the youthful curiosity of the wandering people in French cities in the dramatic periods of the mid-nineteenth century. For art lovers, Rousseau is a man or a visual myth that flows from the painting to the viewer’s soul with stories and Nature. How he

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The Art of Seeing Art: A, B & See

Columns, Featured / June 28, 2023

The Art of Seeing Art: A, B & See by Cammie McGovern presents a six-step process for understanding and appreciating art on a deeper level. Each step builds upon the previous one, guiding readers towards a more comprehensive and insightful engagement with artworks. 1. Look The first step in the process is looking. While it may

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

Featured, Samvaad / June 26, 2023

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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10 Emerging Queer Artists You Should Know About.

Do You Know?, Featured / June 24, 2023

As we approach the final week of this year’s pride month, we at Abir Pothi communicated with 10 emerging queer artists you should definitely look out for. Their art is not just an expression of their sexualities but also their expressive canvas to communicate their individual struggles and ideologies. With strong strokes and stronger voices,

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The Current Role of Urban Street Art in India

#longread, Columns, Featured, Special Story / June 24, 2023

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. Read the first part of this research article here: Street Art and Graffiti In Indian Public Spaces. Read the Second article: Historical Background of Graffiti and Street Art in India. The third article: The

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Nalini Malani Receives Prestigious 2023 Kyoto Prize for Transformative Art and Amplifying Unheard Narratives

Featured, News / June 24, 2023

Aditya Sisodia Nalini Malani has been honoured with the prestigious Kyoto Prize, Japan’s highest private award, for her outstanding contributions to the field of art. The Kyoto Prize, often referred to as Japan’s Nobel Prize, recognises individuals who have achieved remarkable lifetime accomplishments in the arts, basic sciences, advanced technology, and philosophy. Malani’s recognition comes

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Art Education Systems in the Colony: Success or Failure?

#longread, Columns, Featured / June 23, 2023

Any research done in the field of art education is based on historical inquiry. On this journey, we uncover overlooked events and individuals, debunk complex concepts, and view history from various angles. This historical investigation makes an effort to contextualise colonial Indian art education’s past within a larger historical context for art education. It analyses

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Scratches on a Cave Wall in France Likely to Be Earliest Example of Neanderthal Art

Featured, News / June 23, 2023

Aditya Sisodia In a remarkable discovery, a collection of ancient cave markings found in the French cave of La Roche-Cotard has been determined to be the earliest unambiguous example of Neanderthal cave engravings. The artwork, dating back as far as 75,000 years ago, provides evidence that our closest cousins, the Neanderthals, shared our innate creativity

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The Ever-Evolving White T-Shirt: A Symbol of Modernity, Expression, and Responsibility

Columns, Featured / June 23, 2023

The white T-shirt, once a humble undergarment, has transformed into a timeless wardrobe staple that transcends cultures, classes, styles, and identities. From its early origins as a protective layer to its current status as a highly collectible fashion item, the white T-shirt has become a blank canvas for self-expression and a catalyst for important conversations

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