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Informed by centuries-old community tradition, she had the will to carry forward her art with personal discernment and strong-willed flair
Neelmani Devi is the potter woman from Manipur who reinvented legend Read More »
Kritika Verma I will begin by introducing the topic of graffiti and street art (henceforth graf/street art). Secondly, I will explain the emergence of Street art/ Graffiti in public spaces in India, explaining the importance of and justification for studying graffiti/street artists and their impacts on urban and rural landscapes. I will define the working
Street Art and Graffiti In Indian Public Spaces Read More »
Among the many hats Ashok Vajpeyi wears besides being a poet, a columnist, critic and a cultural connoisseur, is running the foundation eminent artist Syed Haidar Raza left behind. Vajpeyi is credited as the moving force behind setting up of Bharat Bhavan in Bhopal, Mahatma Gandhi Hindi University in Wardha, Maharashtra and has also been
Swaminathan wanted to create a museum of The Western Man: Ashok Vajpeyi Read More »
Raja Ravi Varma’s Paintings Raja Ravi Varma has been the most celebrated artist in India for the last two centuries. Ravi Varma creates or fulfils the people’s imagination concerning their God and Goddess. The story of the Raja Ravi Varma paintings is a mesmerising episode of Indian art history and at the same time, it
Legacy of Raja Ravi Varma Paintings in Contemporary Culture Read More »
Phulkari of Punjab Embroidery Phulkari baari baari, Kithay gulab da phool, Haray haray ni, Kithay suhaagan da ghoonghat, Laal laal ni. Translation: Phulkari made stitch by stitch, where the roses are green in colour while the veil of the bride is red. These are some verses of a folk song that signify the making of
Phulkari Embroidery: A Symbol of Women’s Agency and Empowerment Read More »
India, a land rich in cultural diversity, is home to a vibrant community of LGBT artists whose creative expressions testify to human identity’s resilience, creativity, and diversity. Through mediums such as visual arts, literature, music, and performing arts, these artists navigate and challenge societal norms, advocating for acceptance, visibility, and equality for the LGBTQ+ community.
Pride in the Spectrum of Art: 11 LGBTQIA Artists of India Read More »
B.N. Goswamy was a notable art historian and critic in India, well known for his scholarly work on Indian miniature paintings, particularly the Pahari Painting. His work is diverse, and he is acknowledged as an outstanding scholar in the field of Indian art. Over the years, his study resulted in numerous notable transformations and breakthroughs.
Diwali is around the corner and the search for that ideal festive gift is on. Give the done-and-dusted gifting ideas a rest and open your eyes to the art world as an excellent avenue of gift-giving. Gifting art not only throws light on your personal preferences and aesthetic choices but also speaks about how well
Diwali Special: Celebrate and Spread Colours by Gifting a Painting! Read More »
Raki Nikahetiya, a visionary multi-disciplinary artist, has embarked on an artistic journey that traverses continents and cultures. With a home base in New Delhi, London, Vienna, and Colombo, Raki is the co-founder of “Sa Ladakh,”. Raki along with Tenzing (Jammy) Jamyang, Ladakhi Climbing Pioneer and Sagardeep Singh, Interior Designer as co-founders held a groundbreaking contemporary
Amedeo Modigliani, or “Dedo,” was the youngest of four kids. His parents, Flaminio and Eugenia, were Jewish. A large Jewish community resided in Livorno, Italy, where he was born. Right before he was born, the Modigliani family’s businesses struggled a lot, so they had to declare they could not pay their debts officially. In the
Amedeo Modigliani: Maestro of Nudity and Expressionism Read More »