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If you are in the film and television industry, we can already understand the yearning for an Oscar. The Academy Award is the highest honour for anyone working in the industry. Whether for the best international feature or costume design, the Oscar is the benchmark. While India has always submitted nominees for the awards, only […]
A Woman of Many Firsts: The Life of Costume Designer Bhanu Athaiya Read More »
When we discovered Grammys’ new artist Meghan Thee Stallion, we remembered her for her Beyoncé AKA Cowboy Carter collab and her iconic tongue. If we were to rank the tongue iconography, we’d award it an easy third position. But what about the first two you ask? The first, would; for obvious reasons; go to Goddess
Sun’s Out, Tongue’s Out: The ‘Wacky’ Birth of the Albert Einstein Meme Read More »
John Trumbull was a prominent figure in American history, best recognized for his contributions as a painter in the country’s early years and during the Revolutionary War. Trumbull was well-known for his historical paintings that portrayed significant occasions and individuals from the American Revolutionary War and the country’s formative years. Famous paintings by him include
Myth of the Founding Fathers in John Trumbull’s “Declaration of Independence” Read More »
Cheriyal paintings, also known as Cheriyal scroll paintings, are a traditional art form originating from the Cheriyal village in Telangana, India. Earlier, the painting style was extremely popular throughout Andhra Pradesh, but due to the proliferation of television and cinema, the paintings were exclusively done in the Cheriyal town. One may find the Cheriyal scroll
Are Cheriyal Scroll Paintings Religious Comic Strips? Read More »
Books are a window to dimensions uncharted by their readers. Whether it is art history or the Harry Potter series, we can always count on books to inform, educate, and entertain us. But after handling the books several times, they are bound to fall apart. In the realm of bookbinding, where craftsmanship meets practicality, the
Strengthen Your Literary Masterpieces With Book Binding Tapes Read More »
Bagh, a picturesque village in the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh, is renowned for its exquisite block printing technique to make Bagh prints. This remarkable craft takes its name from the meandering River Baghini, which gracefully flows through the village, symbolising the very essence of this art form. Bagh Prints of Madhya Pradesh is an
A Printing Tradition From Madhya Pradesh: Hear The Bagh Prints Roar! Read More »
Rhaen Basera Interior Designer Basera is the brainchild of a young theatre practitioner, Dushyant Malik; given shape by a Kathak dancer and interior designer, Mitali Dhruva. Rhaen Basera literally means a space that provides shelter. Consciously, the raw and untreated surfaces give a character to the spaces that reflects the idea of an ongoing rigorous
Copic markers have revolutionized the world of art with their unparalleled quality and versatility. Renowned for their vibrant colours, smooth blending capabilities, and long-lasting performance, Copic markers have become a favourite tool among artists, illustrators, designers, and hobbyists alike. Today, we delve deep into the world of Copic markers, exploring their history, features, and types
Things To Know Before Buying Copic Markers Read More »
Whether it is graphite pencils or eyebrow pencils, the realms of stationery and cosmetics collide more often than you can imagine. In a world where appearance matters, the quest for seamless solutions to enhance our aesthetics continues to evolve. Among the array of innovations catering to this need, invisible tapes stand out as discreet yet
The Perfect Glow-Up Doesn’t Exi-. Have You Heard Of Invisible Tapes! Read More »
Cindy Sherman is an American photographer and film director. She is best known for her conceptual self-portraits, which explore the concept of identity and the constructed nature of contemporary society. Sherman has been regarded as one of the most important and influential artists of the late 20th century and continues to receive critical acclaim. Born
10 Lesser-Known Facts about Cindy Sherman Read More »