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Queensland’s Brisbane Portrait Prize Faces Backlash for Allowing AI-Created Artworks

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Queensland’s prestigious Brisbane Portrait Prize (BPP) is stirring controversy as it opens its doors to artworks created, in whole or in part, by generative artificial intelligence (AI). This marks a significant departure from the competition’s previous guidelines, raising questions about the role of AI in traditional art spaces. Art World Reacts: “A Slippery Slope” The […]

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No! Ilya Repin is not Russian According to Finland’s Largest Art Museum

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In a significant move, Finland’s largest art museum, the Athenaeum, has officially changed the nationality of renowned 19th-century Realist painter Ilya Repin from Russian to Ukrainian. This decision comes in response to a campaign led by Ukrainians advocating for the acknowledgment of Repin’s true heritage. Initial Cataloging and Controversy The controversy began when the Athenaeum

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From Humble Beginnings to Global Icons: 9 Famous Brands and Their Genesis Stories

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Global brands or Household items, all have a unique story to tell. Be it the tales of how it started, the history behind their name, logo, branding or even the process of production. These very brands have changed the way we go on with our lives now since they are so intrinsically woven into our

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Decoding Blade Runner: What Can the Film’s Futuristic Architecture Teach Us About Urban Design and Technological Progress?

Architecture, Room For More Art /

The first “Blade Runner” film was released in 1982 and directed by Ridley Scott, whose architecture is a significant aspect of the visual and thematic elements that contribute to the film’s unique atmosphere. The Blade Runner franchise is set in a dystopian future Los Angeles, and the architecture plays a crucial role in establishing the

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From Uttar Pradesh to National Acclaim: Indrapal’s Sculptural Exploration of Time, Society, and Mediums

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Indrapal is a talented sculptor from the Mau district of Uttar Pradesh, who has been navigating in the world of art since his early years. His artistic journey unfolded at the Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, where he successfully earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sculpture from 2015 to 2019. Subsequently, he pursued

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The Land is Hospitable and So Are We: A Lesson in Sustainable Urban Planning

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is yet to unveil Neom; a planned urban area. The total planned area of 26.5 thousand square km is set to exhibit marvels of floating architecture, trade hubs, luxury tourist resorts, and sustainable cities powered by renewable sources. However, critics have challenged the oxymoron that is sustainable development. Will Neom

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The Nuanced Art of Architectural Sketching

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Architecture is the discipline of planning, designing, and building marvellous structures which are both functional and visually pleasing. However, before an architect can even start building his new masterpiece, they must have a vision. While several architecture schools demand a steady sketching hand for their courses, thanks to technological advancements the necessity of sketch drawing has been

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Brightening Urban Design: The Essence of Landscape Architecture

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Landscape architecture is the practice of designing, and planning large ecosystems — natural and artificial. Landscape architecture design borrows heavily from the disciplines of art, environmental sciences, architecture, engineering, psychology, botany, and sociology, among others. Seldom, people confuse landscape architecture as a glorified gardening method. However, a landscape architect isn’t necessarily restricted to outdoor spaces.

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Sculpting Figures of Indian Life: A Journey through Five Decades of K S Radhakrishnan’s Art

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“K.S. Radhakrishnan is one of the most notable among the new generation of sculptors who has successfully brought about a definitive resurgence in Indian sculpture. Like many of his contemporaries he is a figurative sculptor, but his preference for modeling and bronze casting over new materials sets him apart from the rest of them. Recharging age-old

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