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Ruby Brahmbhatt Jagrut talks about the versatile artist, who has not only made beautiful paintings but has also directed classic films like Umrao Jaan. What makes some people creative powerhouses? There are artists who just do art. Then there are ones who see, live, touch, carry art wherever they are and in whatever they do. […]
Muzaffar Ali: The multimedia artist before there were multimedia artists Read More »
Neha’s first brush with the world of textiles was when she was drawn to her mother’s collection of sarees. In this article, the fifth of a series on textile art, we talk to the prolific artist about her journey so far. When she joined the National Institute of Design in 2002, during the foundation year,
The Architectural Marvel and History of the Leaning Tower of Pisa The Leaning Tower of Pisa is an architectural marvel and cultural symbol that also represents the fascinating balance between human cleverness, historical difficulties, and scientific progress. This enchanting building is frequently referred to as the Torre Pendente di Pisa and was designed typically for
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Andy Warhol If you want to know all about Andy Warhol, just look at the surface of my paintings and films and me, and there I am. There’s nothing behind it. – Andy Warhol Andy Warhol, the renowned pop artist and leader of the visual art movement, rose to fame for fusing art with the
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In the bustling metropolis of Delhi, architects play a pivotal role in shaping the city’s skyline and urban fabric. Renowned for its rich cultural heritage juxtaposed with modern development, Delhi offers architects a dynamic canvas to express their creativity and innovation. From preserving historical landmarks to designing cutting-edge sustainable structures, architects in Delhi navigate a
Architects in Delhi: 21 Names You Should Follow Read More »
Efficient Designs with Sustainability Sustainable urban planning involves designing and organising cities to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Eco-cities are essential role models for sustainable building designs because they combine creative solutions for social, economic, and environmental issues. Eco-cities and Sustainable Architecture
Sustainable Building Designs: Lessons for a Greener Future Read More »
June 18, On This Day Amid a lineage of prolific littérateurs and artists, the Tagore family, was yet another eminent painter and woman. Sunayani Devi was the younger sister of painters Abanindranath, Gaganendranath and Samarendranath Tagore, and the niece of Rabindranath Tagore. She was born to Saudamini Devi and Gunendranath Tagore on June 18,
The Lesser Known Painter From Tagore Family: Sunayani Devi Read More »
Why is The Blue Boy Still Alluring? Few paintings in Western art history have captured the public imagination, such as The Blue Boy by Thomas Gainsborough. This iconic 18th-century portrait continues to inspire artists, fashion designers, and cultural theorists alike. With its vivid use of blue, exquisite brushwork, and ongoing influence on gender and fashion
Thomas Gainsborough’s The Blue Boy: Fashion, Art History & Gender in One Painting Read More »
Who was Artist Henry Lerolle? Born on October 3, 1848, in Paris, artist Henry Lerolle was the second son of Adele-Edme Delaroche and Pierre Lerolle, a bronze manufacturer, engraver and landscape painter. Henry began studying the violin at a very young age with Edouard Colón. He was a music prodigy. At the age of sixteen,
He Painted With the Renoir and Debussy—So Why Don’t We Know His Name? Read More »
Renowned Colombian artist Fernando Botero is well-known for his unusual figurative painting technique, defined by oversized forms and proportions. Born in Medellín, Colombia, on April 19, 1932, Botero became famous worldwide for his drawings, paintings, and sculptures. A style known as “Boterismo,” which emphasises volume and form, is frequently used in Botero’s artwork to show topics
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