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Horace Pippin is a remarkable person in American art history whose works go beyond simple canvases and brushstrokes to tell a meaningful story about tenacity, identity, and the human spirit. Pippin was born in West Chester, Pennsylvania, in 1888. His early years were characterised by an authentic love of sketching and a natural ability that […]
History and Memory of Racism: The Art of Horace Pippin Read More »
Emami Art opens its doors for Bholanath Rudra’s ‘Pensive Moons.’ The exhibition showcases his most recent large-scale watercolours. It offers a purview of nocturnal forests, bordering between reality and imagination. His is an almost romantic exploration of forest scapes bathed in moonlight that also dwells upon issues such as the abuse of natural resources and
Bucolic Crescents Lend Its Escapist Fantasy to Bholanath Rudra’s ‘Pensive Moons’ Read More »
For more than twenty years, Puja Aggarwal, an artist with roots in both the corporate world and the ethereal realm of arts, has skilfully combined her passion for painting with her career in management. Aggarwal has an MBA, but her heart beats to the beat of her canvases, where she skilfully tackles themes drawn from
From MBA to Art: Puja Aggarwal’s Artistic Odyssey Through Subconscious Realms Read More »
Jayesh Sachdev is a painter, sculptor, designer, creative entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and Design Educator. Jayesh is also the founder of the Multi-award-winning label Quirk Box, and Branding Agency Quirk Box Design Studio. Jayesh holds the National Record for having painted India’s largest concept artwork and continues to practice as an internationally exhibited artist. In an
With more than 20 years of painting expertise, Rakhee Roy has always found inspiration in nature. Her 2010 solo debut exhibition, “Quest of Green,” was the start of a journey that skilfully combined art and environment. She has always been enthralled with nature’s complex beauty, which she uses as a language to communicate her creativity.
Judy Chicago was born on July 20, 1939, and she became a well-known artist, art educator, and creator of the first feminist art programme in the United States at California State University, Fresno. She is an American feminist artist whose intricate and narrowly focused installations contributed to the women’s liberation movement’s visual presence in the
Judy Chicago, the Metaphor of Sex and Art Read More »
In a meaningful collaboration between the Portland Art Museum, SITE Santa Fe, and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, a remarkable artist stepped into the spotlight as the ambassador for the United States at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia: Jeffrey Gibson. Renowned for his multifaceted
Grey is without prejudice; it does not discriminate between object and space. Akbar Padamsee, a pioneer in modern Indian painting was born on 12th April 1928. Recipient of many prestigious awards, including a gold medal from the Lalit Kala Academy, and the Kalidas Samman from the Madhya Pradesh government in 1997 for Plastic Arts, he
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A Tale of Art, Politics, and Intrigue The intertwining of art and politics has always been a fascinating and controversial subject throughout history, with various exhibitions leaving an incredible mark on the cultural landscape. Documenting these pivotal moments, “Taking Venice,” a new documentary set for limited release next month, delves into the scandalous events surrounding
A traveller of life’s many roads, Siddharth Patel has moved with ease from the business and adventure worlds to the dynamic world of the arts. Having a natural curiosity and an unquenchable hunger for discovery, Patel started his journey on the busy streets of Ahmedabad. Having pursued commerce in his academic pursuits, Patel found himself
Charting the Path: Siddharth Patel’s Artistic Odyssey from Adventure to Expression Read More »