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What New Perspectives on Nature Does Anil Soni Reveal Through His Abstract Art?

Artists of the Week /

The artistic growth of Anil Soni has been one disparate or intense search for form, colour, and the hues of nature. Starting off with an interest in illustrative precision, his early work was vivid and visually catching. Over time, his vision transformed, becoming more meditative and layered. His artistic trajectory thus reflects an increasing subtlety […]

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S.H. Raza’s Painting Worth Over ₹2.5 Crore Stolen from Mumbai Warehouse

News /

A painting by renowned Indian artist Sayed Haider Raza, valued at over ₹2.5 crore, has been reported stolen from a warehouse in South Mumbai. The artwork, titled Prakriti (Nature), was created in 1992 and had been stored at the AstaGuru Auction House Private Limited’s warehouse at Ballard Pier during the COVID-19 pandemic. The painting was

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Ambedkar’s Fearlessness Inspires Me to Create What Was Once Not Considered Art,” Says Siddhesh Gautam, aka Bakery Prasad

Columns /

In this compelling interview with Siddhesh Gautam aka Bakery Prasad, we explore the intricate relationship between art and activism through his lense that challenges dominant narratives around caste, freedom, and political inequality in India. In His debut exhibition We The People (Too), at Museum of Goa redefines the concept of freedom beyond state independence, drawing

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What Can We Learn from Lucian Freud’s Final Portrait of a Naked Man and a Dog?

Artist Profile /

What Defines the Later Work of Lucian Freud? Lucian Freud is widely considered one of the greatest painters of the 20th century. In fact, his style is unparalleled, and his force is so strong and fervent that he has left an incredible mark in the world of art with his works on the human form.

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Priyaranjan Purkait Recounts Ancestral Practices and Memories in ‘The Will to Live’

Exhibitions /

‘The Will to Live’ by Priyaranjan Purkait Gallery Dotwalk is all set to present Priyaranjan Purkait’s solo exhibition, ‘The Will to Live,’ curated by Sibdas Sengupta. The exhibition’s preview will be held on 28 September 2024 and the artworks will be on view till 28 October 2024. The curatorial walkthrough is scheduled at 5:30 PM.

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Debashish Paul Unleashes the Indian Queer Stigma in ‘A Thousand Years of Dreaming’

Exhibitions /

Debashish Paul’s ‘A Thousand Years of Dreaming’ Emami Art opens its doors for contemporary artist Debashish Paul’s solo exhibition, ‘A Thousand Years of Dreaming.’ Curated by Mario D’Souza, this exhibition is Paul’s first solo at the gallery. The preview will be held on 6th September at 4 PM, followed by a curatorial walkthrough at 6:30

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Somnath Hore: The Artist-Teacher Who Forever Remained a Student

Artist Profile, Columns /

An Analysis of Somnath Hore’s Journey Somnath Hore, one of the most prolific artists in the canon of Indian Modern Art, was not only an accomplished visual artist, but also a well-respected art teacher.  After graduating from the Government College of Art & Craft, Calcutta, Somnath taught at the Indian College of Arts & Draftsmanship,

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Abhay K Unveils Geometric Abstract Art in “Shunyata” at Alliance Française, Delhi

Exhibitions /

Abhay K, an artist, poet, editor, translator, and diplomat, is showcasing his latest collection of geometric abstract art in a new exhibition titled “Shunyata” at Alliance Française, Delhi. The exhibition, which runs until September 10, 2024, features a series of paintings that explore the intricate interplay of form and colour through geometric abstraction. Abhay K’s

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