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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. […]
Introduction B.N. Goswamy, a distinguished Indian art critic and historian, confesses that he is not a cat lover. Nevertheless, his encounters and interactions with feline companions have led him to explore the world of cats, resulting in his recent work, “The Indian Cat: Stories, Paintings, Poetry, and Proverbs.” In this article, we will look into
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Introduction A climate protestor recently made headlines by painting a demand for climate action on a wall near a Civil War exhibit at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. The protester, identified by the climate activist group Declare Emergency as Geor Green, aimed to draw attention to the urgent need for President Joe
Everyone is born with creativity. Some like to express it on the football fields, while others pen it down on paper. Then there are some who use their canvas to build a world unlike no other. We admit that not everyone is a painter but it must not stop you from expressing yourself. Art is
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As non-artists, when we first hear the phrase “Pixel Art”, our mind quickly goes towards a Roblox-esque digital art drawn on Drawing tablets by techno genius artists. At least that is what I imagined it to be till I came across a very peculiar reel on my Instagram earlier this month that showcased pixel art
Pixels Beyond Screens: The Evolution of Pixel Art from Gaming to Contemporary Artworks. Read More »
Introduction In the picturesque town of Littleton, New Hampshire, a controversial proposal to ban all public art has ignited a culture war, revealing deep-seated divisions in the community. The unexpected twist involves a mural with LGBTQ themes, sparking a heated debate that has now extended to the possible prohibition of all artistic expression in public
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An increasing number of modern artists are exploring the mystical and paranormal, taking cues from mysticism, witchcraft, and the unexplainable. Artists are exploring the borders between reality and the supernatural through their work, reflecting a greater societal interest in the invisible. A new generation of artists is pushing the frontiers of artistic expression with everything
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Indian contemporary artist Subodh Gupta is well-known for his mixed-media and sculpture installations. Gupta, born in Khagaul, Bihar, India, in 1964, continually explores subjects of daily life, Indian culture, and international affairs in his artwork. He became well-known worldwide for using commonplace things—especially kitchenware made of stainless steel—to create expansive installations. Gupta’s obsession with the
Subodh Gupta: Critique of Social Order and Everyday Objects Read More »
London Exhibition Put on Hold Lisson Gallery, a renowned contemporary art space in London, has decided to halt its plans to exhibit the work of acclaimed artist Ai Weiwei. The decision came in response to a social media post by Ai Weiwei concerning the Israel-Hamas conflict. Controversial Tweet Sparks Concern In a now-deleted tweet, Ai
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Introduction India’s illustrious Jindal family, renowned for their significant contributions to culture and arts, is set to inaugurate Hampi Art Labs, a contemporary art centre in southern India. Backed by the JSW Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Mumbai-based JSW Group, this initiative marks a significant addition to the country’s cultural landscape. A Glimpse of