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Born in 1949, Brinda Somaya is an architect and urban conservationist. In her professional career, which spans over four decades, she has built more than 200 projects. She studied Architecture at Sir JJ School of Architecture before joining Smith College for a Master of Arts degree. In 1972, she took a short design course at […]
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Brinda Miller, the chairperson of the Kala Ghoda Association and festival director, expresses satisfaction in continually pushing the envelope with each passing year. The festival, renowned among art enthusiasts, has become a staple in the annual calendar of cultural events. Miller credits social media for significantly boosting the festival’s visibility, allowing its message to reach
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Indigenous art has always been viewed as “primitive art” and confined to ethnographic institutions rather than art galleries by Western, non-Indigenous artists and critics. It is possible to appreciate Indigenous art forms while acknowledging that they are frequently produced in artistic traditions that diverge significantly from those connected to the fine arts institutions in the
What is Architectural Conservation? Through well thought-out interventions, an architectural conservator is a specialist tasked with safeguarding and maintaining the historical, material, and design integrity of built heritage. Architectural conservation focuses on the physical structure of buildings subjected to uncontrolled external conditions, whereas historic preservation concentrates on more general cultural and historical aspects of
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As the vibrant fabric of Indian art continues to evolve, contemporary artists are pushing limits, rethinking aesthetics, and providing new viewpoints on it. Galleries throughout India’s diverse geography are preparing to showcase the latest masterpieces in a series of organised art events in the new year that promise to draw spectators and provoke conversations. These
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Fusion of forms, amalgamation of crafts and diversity of expressions — Serendipity Arts Festival 2023 concludes by celebrating multitude of creative voices The 6th physical edition of the Festival took place across multiple venues in Goa’s capital city Panjim from December 15 to December 23 Panjim, December: Goa’s capital city of Panjim transformed into a
A Grand Showcase of Artistic Diversity Bengaluru is set to host the 21st edition of Chitra Santhe, an annual art fair organized by the Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath (KCP). The event, scheduled for January 7, promises to be a vibrant display of creativity, with over 1,500 artists from 22 states participating. The fair serves as a
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Sanjay Puri is an architect known for founding Sanjay Puri Architects, an architecture and design firm based in Mumbai, India. The architectural practice of Sanjay Puri Architects has garnered distinction for its creative and modern designs in various projects, encompassing residential, commercial, institutional, and hospitality structures. Modern materials, contextual design, and sustainability are all highlighted
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India and Graphic Design India has been developing a great Indian graphic design culture within the region in recent times. Design as we know it is art which is part of a larger pantheon of visual communications, it is in architecture, visual arts, products, fashion, interior decoration, branding, etc. Graphic design in India has also
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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