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In the tenth episode of Canvas Conversations for Abir Pothi, Sanyam Tak interviews the talented Delhi-based artist Gyanwant Yadav. Born in 1992 in Pratapgarh, U.P., Yadav has established himself as a notable figure in the contemporary art scene. He earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Fine Arts from the Delhi College of Art,

In this engaging conversation with Abir Pothi’s editor, Iftikar Ahmed, artist Kanika Shah delves into her artistic journey, exploring themes of identity, womanhood, and the transformative power of nature. A graduate of Maharaja Sayajirao University, Vadodara, with a Master’s in Graphics and a Bachelor’s in Painting, Kanika has exhibited her work both nationally and internationally,

In this insightful episode of Canvas Conversations, we explore the artistic journey of Yogendra Tripathi, a celebrated painter whose work has left a lasting impact on the Indian and international art scenes. With a Master’s degree in painting from Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwa Vidyalaya, Khairagarh, Tripathi has participated in over sixty group shows and held

In this episode of Cultural Canvas, Abir Pothi takes you on an immersive journey into the world of Warli paintings, an ancient tribal art form from Maharashtra. Explore the history, techniques, and symbolic meanings behind these minimalist yet captivating artworks, traditionally created by the Warli tribe. Discover how simple geometric shapes like circles, triangles, and

In this interview, we sit down with Asif Imran, winner of Abir India’s 2021 First Take award. Born in 1996, Asif completed his BFA and MFA in Applied Art from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata. His artistic journey has been recognized with prestigious accolades, including the KCC Art Fellowship, Goonj Fellowship, and Hyundai India Foundation’s ‘Art

In this episode of Cultural Canvas with Abir Pothi, we explore the captivating world of Phad paintings, a 700-year-old scroll painting tradition from Rajasthan. Known for their vibrant colors and intricate storytelling, these artworks depict the lives of local deities and folk heroes. Originating in the Bhilwara district, Phad paintings are a testament to Rajasthan’s