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Hafeez Contractor: Designer of Skyscrapers in India, Story of a Starchitect

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Architect Hafeez Contractor is well-known in India; he was born in Mumbai on February 19, 1950, and is recognised as one of the most prominent and prolific architects. Hafeez Contractor has played a significant role in the evolution of modern architecture in India. After completing his studies at the University of Mumbai’s Academy of Architecture, […]

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Building Blocks of the Indian Skyline: Top 10 Architecture Firms in India

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INTRODUCTION In the changing sceneries of India’s architectural language, a select group of architects have emerged as pioneers of design excellence. Their visionary creations have shaped post-independent India, seamlessly blending aesthetics with functionality by giving birth to a new design dialect that echoes the spirit of the nation.    Boasting a rich legacy of 25 years,

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IIAD’s Sreeram Jayaram Secures Top Honors with Animation Xpress ANN Award for Best Student Film

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Introduction The Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD) proudly announces a momentous achievement by one of its students, Sreeram Jayaram. Sreeram, a student of the Communication Design department (2019-23), has clinched the esteemed Animation Xpress ANN Award for the Best Student Film (Animation) in Mumbai. The Winning Film: “The Day My Dad Arrives” Sreeram’s

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Captivating Maa Durga Paintings on Canvas: A Stunning Collection of Abstract and Durga Face Art

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Introduction Maa Durga, the divine goddess of power, strength, and protection, is a symbol of unwavering courage and maternal love. Her image evokes a sense of awe and reverence in the hearts of millions around the world. What better way to honour this formidable deity than with a beautifully crafted painting on canvas? In this

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The World of Washi Tapes: Crafting Creativity with Adhesive Art

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Introduction Over the past two decades, washi tape has progressively gained popularity in the realm of crafting and artistic expression, capturing the attention of both seasoned craftspeople and newcomers. This decorative tape is incredibly adaptable and has been used in innumerable homes, scrapbooks, notebooks, and DIY projects to turn everyday items into beautiful pieces of

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Magnificent Masks of Chhau: Tradition, Technique and Transformations

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Chhau in Purulia and the Mask-Making Purulia, the westernmost district of West Bengal, boasts a stunning natural landscape with rivers winding through lush hills and dramatic rocky outcrops framing thunderous waterfalls. Amidst this natural beauty lies a rich historical tapestry, with countless ancient temples scattered across the district. Moreover, Purulia is renowned for its intangible

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Stitching Stories, One Stitch at a Time: Tale of Bengal’s Kantha

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The Roots of Kantha Embroidery The Kantha, a form of embroidery, thrives in 21st-century India, with around 50,000 women embroiderers engaging in what they call “ghore bosa kaaj” or home-based work. This rich tradition of embroidery traces its roots back millennia, as evidenced by archaeological finds of needles in the ancient cities of the Harappan

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