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Transforming Art Education for Elementary Students: Innovative Approaches Explored

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This article addresses a neglected area in art education—the service course in art education for elementary education majors. They reflect on their own experiences and ideas in developing innovative projects for their art methods courses. Three key areas: are discussed to understand child art, visual culture, and issues-based art education. Minam Kim focuses on the […]

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Preserving Tamil Nadu’s Rock Art: Urgent Action Needed to Safeguard Cultural Heritage

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The rock art sites in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the regions of Coimbatore and the Nilgiris, are facing severe destruction and disfigurement. During a recent visit to the Kumittipathi hillock, former epigraphist R Jegadeesan and his team were appalled to find the drawings ruined by overwriting, scribbling, and personal inscriptions. Similarly, at Kovanur, villagers unknowingly

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The Role of Environmentally Engaged Urban Street Art

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This long-read-research article about Street Art- Graffiti in the Indian context brings multi-layer ideas about social life and street art as a context itself.  Kritika Verma It is a dizzying prospect to account for the wide variety of individuals that make up the audience of urban street art, “the only immediate feedback the artists get

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Celebrating the Birth Anniversary of Influential Painter Philip Guston: A Visionary Artist Who Transformed the Art World

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Philip Guston, an influential American painter, was born on this day. His profound impact on the art world continues to resonate, captivating audiences with his unique vision and provocative style. Born on June 27, 1913, in Montreal, Canada, Guston’s family moved to Los Angeles when he was just six years old. It was there that

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Artist Devashish Gaur Harnesses Personal and Strangers’ Family Albums to Craft Intricate Photo-Based Artworks

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Devashish Gaur, an artist based in Delhi, embarked on a captivating artistic journey when he stumbled upon an old box of family photographs during home renovations in 2019. Intrigued by the images, many of which featured his grandfather, Gaur decided to utilise them in an ongoing series of complex photo-based artworks that blur the boundaries

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Shaping Clay and Consciousness: The Artistic Journey of Ray Meeker in India

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One of India’s most renowned ceramic artists, Ray Meeker – an American by birth – was born in California in 1944. Meeker did his BFA in architecture and ceramics from the University of South California during the 1960s when he also met his partner and artist Deborah Smith before both moved to India in 1971.

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Samvaad with Sidharth: The Visual Story Teller of Many Journeys (Part 2 of 5)

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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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Clash of Artistic Expressions: The Battle Over a Rainbow of Light

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Tsuktiben Jamir In art, inspiration can lead to incredible creations that captivate the imagination and evoke a sense of wonder. However, sometimes that inspiration becomes the centre of a brewing conflict, as two artists find themselves entangled in a dispute over a mesmerizing display of coloured light. Yvette Mattern, a visual artist, claims that her

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The Inextricable Link Between Cave Art Tourism and Job Opportunities in India

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Tsuktiben Jamir With its rich culture and art, India weaves a vibrant tapestry that has mesmerised people worldwide for centuries. From awe-inspiring ancient monuments and temples to lively festivals and diverse traditional crafts, India offers its locals and visitors a treasure trove of experiences. The country’s cultural heritage is a testament to its glorious past,

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