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