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Simple, Geometric and Celebratory- The Dancing Forms of Warli Art

The Dancing Forms of Warli Art

Smriti Malhotra  India’s rich cultural tapestry is interwoven with a myriad of vernacular artforms that beautifully capture the essence of diverse communities. Among these, the Warli idiom stands out as a poignant reflection of tribal life, offering a profound glimpse into the world of the Warli community. With its simplistic yet evocative imagery, the Warli […]

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Unique Collaboration: People For Animals and P R Daroz Unveil ‘100 Bowls’ Exhibit

Aditya Sisodia In a remarkable collaboration between People For Animals (PFA), India’s oldest and largest Animal Welfare Organisation, and master ceramicist P R Daroz, a groundbreaking exhibit is set to take place on the evening of August 4, 2023. The exhibit, titled ‘100 Bowls,’ introduces a new collectable art form that blurs the boundaries between

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Spatial Interaction of Street Art and Graffiti

Kritika Verma 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

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Mysterious Resemblance to iPhone in Centuries-Old Paintings Sparks Time Travel Speculations

Aditya Sisodia The discovery of an object bearing a striking resemblance to Apple’s iPhone in a 350-year-old painting titled ‘Man Handing a Letter to a Woman in the Entrance Hall‘ by Dutch painter Pieter de Hooch has sparked widespread curiosity about the existence of time travel. This enigmatic artwork depicts a domestic scene set against

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Mapped! Exhibition Unearths Geopolitical Strategies and Surveyor Triumphs in Colonial India

Aditya Sisodia The exhibition titled “Mapped!” held at the Asiatic Society of Mumbai shed light on the historical methods of mapping, particularly the Great Trigonometrical Survey of India (GTS) conducted during the British colonial period. The exhibition, organised in partnership with the Rotary Club of Bombay, curated by heritage management firm PastPerfect, and supported by

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VFX Company Behind Oscar-Winning Films “Dune” and “Tenet” Joins Upcoming Ramayana Project

Aditya Sisodia In recent days, there has been a buzz surrounding Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious project, the epic Ramayana. Speculations about the star-studded cast have been making rounds, with names like Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Hrithik Roshan, and Yash being linked to the magnum opus. However, it has now come to light that an equally acclaimed

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Judy Baca, a Chicana Muralist, to be Honoured at the LACMA 2023 Art+Film Gala.

Pratiksha Shome Judy Baca and David Fincher will be honoured at the 2023 Art+Film Gala, according to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). “David Fincher crafts engaging stories and illuminates human psychology in his critically acclaimed movies. His singular vision draws viewers further into his cinematic universe, according to a statement from LACMA

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Virat Kohli in the Multiverse: AI Art sparks debate as netizens question depiction accuracy

Aditya Sisodia The advent of AI-backed art tools has revolutionised the creative landscape for digital artists, offering them a vast universe of possibilities to explore. One common trend in AI art experiments involves using celebrities as subjects, allowing artists to reimagine and transform their appearances in various ways. Recently, digital creator Shahid, also known as

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