The Indian Academy of Fine Arts (IAFA), Amritsar, recently celebrated its centenary by organising a series of activities aimed at promoting art and nurturing local talent. As part of the centenary celebrations, IAFA hosted a month-long summer art camp and festival at the Art Gallery, which came to a conclusion on Sunday evening. This festival […]
In the Sarguja district of Chhattisgarh, the Rajwars, a farming community, dabble in a unique and traditional art form known as Painted Clay Relief. This art form is primarily practised by the women of the community and holds great significance in their culture. The Rajwars are primarily Hindu and follow the rituals and customs associated
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July 3rd 2023. ON THIS DAY. “Let me just recommend to you to keep the faces of your portraits, Particularly your women, as Clear of Shade as possible, and make broad Masses of Lights and shade.” – John Copley Born on this day in 1738, John Copley’s artistic legacy has left an indelible mark
Portraits During the American Revolution: The Art of John Copley. Read More »
In the vast realm of contemporary art, a genre known as appropriation art has emerged, capturing the attention of both art enthusiasts and critics alike. Appropriation artists engage in the act of borrowing or copying existing artistic imagery, repurposing it in a way that reframes its meaning and establishes a new artistic voice. This practice
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Why men will always be men? How could men manage the ‘Menness’ in their bodies as a symbol? A six-pack muscle symbolised Men as masculine image. But masculinity has never been satisfied with the ‘Six-pack’ body that anyone can make with a proper workout. A moustache is solid to express ‘Menness’ in social settings. Is
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The family of Mario de Miranda, a renowned cartoonist and painter, has issued a strong warning of potential legal action against the Chief Secretary of Goa and the organizers of the G20 meetings held in the state. Their claim is that the artist’s work was used without permission during the G20 events, thus constituting an
James Goodwin, an expert on the art market and its history, provides insights into the effects of high inflation and interest rates on the art market. Additionally, we explore the potential impact of the upcoming Spanish elections on the controversial Spanish laws of Historical Memory and Democratic Memory. Lastly, we highlight the intriguing artwork “Quantitative
The London Evening sales concluded on a rather lacklustre note with Phillips’ “20th Century to Now” auction, which generated just over £9 million ($11.4 million) in sales. In comparison, Christie’s and Sotheby’s London auctions, buoyed by the sale of Klimt’s “Lady With a Fan,” amassed a staggering £199 million ($252 million). Phillips’ auction, on the
Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From
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Two local artists in Glasgow have come forward to claim responsibility for the recent appearance of a faux Banksy street art in the city. The artwork emerged shortly after Banksy’s “Cut & Run” exhibition opened at the Gallery of Modern Art in Glasgow, leading some to believe that the renowned street artist was adding urban
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