As we approach the final week of this year’s pride month, we at Abir Pothi communicated with 10 emerging queer artists you should definitely look out for. Their art is not just an expression of their sexualities but also their expressive canvas to communicate their individual struggles and ideologies. With strong strokes and stronger voices, […]
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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. Read the first part of this research article here: Street Art and Graffiti In Indian Public Spaces. Read the Second article: Historical Background of Graffiti and Street Art in India. The third article: The
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The Harvard Art Museums have recently made a significant announcement that is set to revolutionise public access to its vast collections, exhibitions, and research. In a press release issued on Friday, the museum revealed its new policy of free admission, a move hailed by administrators as a groundbreaking expansion of accessibility. What is perhaps most
Aditya Sisodia Nalini Malani has been honoured with the prestigious Kyoto Prize, Japan’s highest private award, for her outstanding contributions to the field of art. The Kyoto Prize, often referred to as Japan’s Nobel Prize, recognises individuals who have achieved remarkable lifetime accomplishments in the arts, basic sciences, advanced technology, and philosophy. Malani’s recognition comes
Tsuktiben Jamir In an unusual display of artistic rebellion, a daring visitor at Seoul’s renowned Leeum Museum of Art took the concept of ‘interactive art’ to a new level. The incident occurred at Maurizio Cattelan’s thought-provoking “WE” exhibition featuring his infamous work, “Comedian.” This installation consisted of a ripe banana meticulously duct-taped to a wall,
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The white T-shirt, once a humble undergarment, has transformed into a timeless wardrobe staple that transcends cultures, classes, styles, and identities. From its early origins as a protective layer to its current status as a highly collectible fashion item, the white T-shirt has become a blank canvas for self-expression and a catalyst for important conversations
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Art criticism brings a new perspective on seeing Art, and Feminist Art criticism questions views and offers a broad view of Art. Feminist Art historian Linda Nochlin’s article, ” Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists? ” is in a historical period. Or now that article is considered as a historical question. In that
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It’s a very personal—yet typical—experience to come out to your family as LGBT. Mengwen Cao had the procedure in 2016, making a video to show their parents on FaceTime, recording the call, and afterwards transforming the tape into an artwork titled Here We Are. The call concludes with the artist’s father saying, “We can accept
Pratiksha Shome Françoise Gilot famously stated, “I am painting as long as I am breathing. So it should come as no surprise that the artist, who passed away earlier this month at the age of 101, left behind a magnificent collection of work, including poetry, prose, ceramics, drawings, lithographs, paintings, and collages. Global tributes came
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Smriti Malhotra At the esteemed Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, the campaign “Untangling the Politics of Hair” emerged triumphant, securing a prestigious Gold Lion in the Industry Craft Lions category. This remarkable achievement was announced during the 70th edition of the festival, which takes place from June 19 to 23, 2023. The award-winning campaign
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