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ROOTS: Adivasi Art Exhibition and Book Launch Looks Into the Narratives from the Tribal Heartland of India

Art exhibition and book launch, “ROOTS: Art from the Tribal Heartland of India,” is poised to enchant audiences at the Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, from February 2nd to 14th, 2024. Curated by Dr Alka Pande and Mitchell Crites, this cultural journey into the dreams, aspirations, legends, and wisdom of India’s first […]

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Third Edition of Art of India Exhibition Introduces Stunning Weaving of Tradition, Transition, and Modernity in New Delhi

The highly anticipated third edition of the Art of India exhibition is set to captivate art enthusiasts in the national capital, commencing on January 28 at the India Habitat Centre (IHC). Under the theme “Tradition, Transition, Modernity,” the eight-day exhibition, curated by esteemed art critic Alka Pande, promises to be a celebration of India’s diverse

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B N Goswami’s Students Recall – A Pop Star, an Emblem of Indian Miniature Art

They don’t make scholars like Dr B N Goswami anymore. Padma Bhushan Brijinder Nath, popularly known as Dr B N Goswami was born in Sargodha, now in Pakistan, on 15 Aug 1933. Son of a judge, he would never have thought of becoming an art historian. Goswami left his career as an IAS, of Bihar

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Creative Diversity in the Works of Agents of Change

“Agradoot”, a newly launched exhibition, centres around topics of significance to women. The exhibits are meticulously crafted and designed with immense creativity and careful consideration. By interrogating the individuals responsible for bringing change, the works expose their genuine essence. The way individuals coexist has undergone a transformation. The aim of this exhibition is to delve

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Transferring Nature into Art 

Artworks Hanging inside a tea stall

A New Exhibition is Making Rounds The Earth My Home is an exhibition that highlights eco-dyeing, with Shibori techniques and wild art all created with self-made natural pigments and brushes. A part of the sale proceeds from this show is being donated to the Himalayan Rilung Foundation by the participant artists to support its work

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Constitution Day: Why Do We Celebrate Beohar Rammanohar Sinha’s Art on Constitution Day?

Beohar Rammanohar Sinha, artist who contributed to the Indian Constitution's design, alongside an excerpt of the original handwritten Constitution of India, highlighting its artistic details and historical significance.

Introduction Every year on 26 November, Constitution Day of India also celebrated as “National Law Day”, marks the adoption of the Constitution of India as the supreme law of the land. On 26 September 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution of India and it came into force on January 26 of 1950.

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15 Architects in Indore to Look Out For!

In the bustling cityscape of Indore, architects play a pivotal role in shaping its dynamic urban fabric. Renowned for its blend of traditional charm and modern aspirations, architects in Indore, armed with visionary designs and technical prowess, transform skylines with iconic structures that redefine architectural paradigms. From revitalizing historic landmarks to crafting sustainable environments, architects

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Know Our Jury for Abir India’s First Take 2024: Veer Munshi

The eighth iteration of Abir India’s First Take 2024 is about to engulf the vivacious city of Ahmedabad. This event is more than just a show; it is a demonstration of the ability of art to erase boundaries and captivate hearts. It’s important to consider Abir India’s extraordinary journey to this point as the expectation

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Love, Longing, and Devotion, The Ashta Nayikas And Their Artistic Representation

Have you ever carefully observed how the facial features shift during a performance of an Indian classical dancer while performing? Or a heroine emoting during a theatrical performance or even within a movie? These are bhavas or expressions which are mentioned in our ancient texts. In this article, we shall be learning about Ashta Nayika,

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