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George Caleb Bingham: Social Historian and River Life Painter

American painter George Caleb Bingham (1811–1879) is well recognised for his works that portray frontier life along the Missouri River. Despite being a Virginian by birth, he lived mainly in Missouri. In Bingham’s artwork, commonplace situations like riverboats, landscapes, and portraits are frequently shown. “Fur Traders Descending the Missouri,” one of his most well-known paintings, depicts the untamed beauty of the American frontier

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Exploring the Fluid Dynamics of Senga Nengudi’s “Water Composition” at Dia Beacon

Senga Nengudi, a pioneering figure in the world of performance art and sculpture, continues to captivate audiences with her innovative use of materials and thematic depth. Among her acclaimed works, “Water Composition” stands out as a profound exploration of fluidity and transformation. Currently showcased at Dia Beacon, this installation offers a unique opportunity for art

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Oskar Kokoschka: A Narrative Inner Life of a Troubled Artist

Austrian playwright, poet, and painter Oskar Kokoschka is well-known for his expressionistic pieces. Kokoschka, born in Pöchlarn, Austria, on March 1, 1886, is regarded as one of the pioneers of Austrian Expressionism. He first attended the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts before moving on to the Academy of Fine Arts. His early works were influenced

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Robin Hood, King Arthur and Mermaid: Artistic Adventures of Howard Pyle

American author and illustrator Howard Pyle was well known for his work in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was born in Wilmington, Delaware, on March 5, 1853, and passed away in Florence, Italy, on November 9, 1911. Pyle is frequently called the “father of American illustration” for his substantial contributions to the

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Arnold Newman: Composing Art of Portrait Through Camera

Renowned American photographer Arnold Newman is well recognised for his unique approach to environmental portraiture. March 3, 1918, saw his birth in New York City, and he died June 6, 2006. By capturing his subjects in their natural settings and frequently employing dramatic lighting and composition to portray their personalities and occupations, Newman’s approach to

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Piloo Mody Revolutionized Architecture with the 1972 Architects Act

Piloo Mody was an Indian author-architect and the founding member of the defunct Swatantra Party. He was born on 14 November 1926 to Parsi businessman Sir Homi Mody. He studied architecture at the Sir JJ School of Architecture (bachelor’s) and the University of California (master’s). He married fellow American student, Lavina ‘Vina’ Colgan, with whom

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Shilo Shiv Suleman’s Art Stands at the Crossroads of Magic and Reality

Shilo Shiv Suleman is perhaps one of the most recognised faces in the contemporary art scene. She is the founder-director of The Fearless Collective; a group of over 400 artists who use art to change the popular patriarchal discourses. She was born in Bangalore and graduated in 2011 from the Srishti School of Art, Design

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