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On September 11, 2001, there was a terrible tragedy that dramatically altered the direction of countless life paths and institutions. Among the casualties were the offices of the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council in Building 5 of the World Trade Center and two studios on the 91st and 92nd floors of the North Tower. This is […]
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Nicolai Abildgaard: A Pioneer of Danish Neoclassical Art Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard, born on September 11, 1743, in Copenhagen, Denmark, is considered one of the most influential figures in Danish Neoclassical art. Known for his versatile talents, Abildgaard made significant contributions as a painter, sculptor, and architect. His work played a crucial role in shaping the
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Kobayashi Kiyochika: The Last Ukiyo-e Master Early Life and Influences Kobayashi Kiyochika was born in Edo (modern-day Tokyo) in 1847, at a time when Japan was on the verge of significant transformation. Raised in a samurai family, Kiyochika was deeply influenced by traditional Japanese art and culture. However, after the Meiji Restoration in 1868, Japan
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How many times have you found yourself in a state of bewilderment while gazing at a piece of artwork asking yourself why is it even here? It’s just a pile of rubbles or a shoe attached to metal strings. How would you even consider it as art? It doesn’t look like art. Well, what is
The Concept of Art or the Art of Concept? Sol LeWitt Has the Answer Read More »
ON THIS DAY 19th-Century Photographer Giorgio Sommer Today, we celebrate the birthday of Giorgio Sommer, a prominent figure in the history of photography whose work continues to captivate and inspire. Born on September 1, 1834, Sommer was an Italian photographer renowned for his exceptional documentation of the cultural and architectural heritage of Italy and beyond.
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29 AUG, 1935: ON THIS DAY “To me, art should be as good as [Munshi] Premchand, as good as [Rabindranath] Tagore, as good as Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. It should be read by each and every one. They should feel thrilled by it and feel it is my own life, it is my own culture that
From Political to Poetic: The Artistic Evolution of A. Ramachandran Read More »
SM Sultan’s Life Sheikh Mohammed Sultan, popularly known as SM Sultan, was a Bangladeshi decolonial artist who worked in painting and drawing. He was born on this day, August 10, 1923, in Jessore, Bangladesh. His works were characterized by their repeated selection of subjects in the form of peasants engaged in labour. To enhance this
2 Aug’24, ON THIS DAY Friendship Day is a global holiday that celebrates the importance of loving, platonic relationships. It was first proposed in Paraguay in 1958 by Joyce Hall. The original date of celebration was 2 August, but it has since been moved to 7 August due to de-synchronization in the United States. Today
11 Famous Friendship Day Arts that You Need to See on International Friendship Day Read More »
26th July, 2023 ON THIS DAY “When you are young, you try to understand the world. As you grow old, you try to understand yourself. Your work then becomes the essence of these efforts.” -Tyeb Mehta Today marks a momentous occasion in the art world as we celebrate the birth anniversary of the renowned Indian
Celebrating Tyeb Mehta: A Glimpse into the Legendary Artist’s Masterpieces Read More »
15 July, 1606 ON THIS DAY On this special day, we celebrate the birth anniversary of one of the most influential painters in history, Rembrandt van Rijn. Born on July 15th, 1606, Rembrandt left an indelible mark on the art world with his remarkable talent and innovative techniques. Let us delve into the world of
Celebrating Rembrandt’s Birthday: Exploring the Artistic Legacy of the Master Painter Read More »