Introduction One of those is the internet; which have become a much-needed resource for artists, enabling them to share their work, reach audiences, and create careers that can sustain them. For Indian artists, an online presence is not an option; it’s a necessity to survive, and thrive in a competitive art world. Here are 10 reasons why an […]
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Applications are open until August 31 for the fully funded, two-month residency programme in New Delhi Dotwalk Ajitara Art Residency (DAAR) has announced the open call for Winter Solace 2026, a fully funded two-month residency programme for emerging artists and creative practitioners based in India. The residency will take place from October 15 to December
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Design surrounds us in everything we use and see, from the chair you sit on to the app you scroll through. It is the silent language that shapes how we interact with the world. Fundamentally, design is a thoughtful process of solving problems through form, function, and emotion. It creates connections between aesthetic intention and practical usefulness.
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We are currently in the midst of many wars. While the Russia-Ukrainian war that started on February 24, 2022, is ongoing, America and Israel together attacked Iran, while Israel’s attacks on Palestinians continue. The response given by writer Arundhati Roy to the question of how to look at the war is noteworthy: “Once weapons were
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For centuries, the detailed and colorful embroidery of the Kachhi Rabari community has been a key cultural practice in Kutch, Gujarat. Today, this traditional art form is well-known worldwide. It is deeply connected to the life, identity, and history of the nomadic Rabari people. The Rabaris mainly raise camels and are nomadic herders of sheep,
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Vishal Bhand Ph.D. The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed the landscape of design, from generative visuals and predictive trend analysis to automated prototyping and mass customization. As algorithms become increasingly capable of simulating creativity, an inevitable question arises: What happens to human-led design, craft practices, and traditional knowledge systems in the age
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In a design landscape increasingly driven by speed and spectacle, Nidhi and Ketan Gupta of Kosh Furnishing Studio offer a quieter, more deliberate alternative—one rooted in material sensitivity, craftsmanship, and an evolving understanding of space. Drawing from an early immersion in the textile industry, Nidhi’s practice is shaped by an intimate knowledge of fabrics, processes,
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Building design and construction can be approached in two different ways: the traditional architecture and contemporary architecture. These fashions reflect their respective eras’ dominant technology, values, and tendencies. Two unique styles develop as guiding forces in the always-changing field of architectural design, each of which captures the essence of the age in which it was
Three exhibitions, held at the Venkatappa Art Gallery, Bengaluru, from 18 to 21 July 2026, opened on a celebratory note and with artistic camaraderie. The exhibitions were inaugurated by the distinguished art historian K. V. Subramanyam, in the gracious presence of eminent artists Subramanian Gopalsamy, A. M. Prakash, and Babu Jattakar, whose collective presence lent
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In a time of perpetual connectivity, unrelenting productivity, and ubiquitous digital distractions, Gallery Pristine Contemporary encourages visitors to partake in an increasingly rare activity: taking a break. A Slow Sip of Solitude, an immersive installation opening on July 25, 2026, explores solitude as a place for reflection, healing, and emotional presence rather than isolation. Artists
