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Krishnamachari Bose: The Indian Pop Artist Artist Bose Krishnamachari is a curator, and the founding president of the Kochi Muziris Biennale is a prominent figure in the vibrant field of modern Indian art. Krishnamachari’s pop art style brings the attention of the people and media to his life and fashion and resonates with legendary American […]
Chromatic Maestro: Meet the Big ‘Bose’ of Indian Art Read More »
Nicolai Abildgaard: A Pioneer of Danish Neoclassical Art Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard, born on September 11, 1743, in Copenhagen, Denmark, is considered one of the most influential figures in Danish Neoclassical art. Known for his versatile talents, Abildgaard made significant contributions as a painter, sculptor, and architect. His work played a crucial role in shaping the
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What Defines the Later Work of Lucian Freud? Lucian Freud is widely considered one of the greatest painters of the 20th century. In fact, his style is unparalleled, and his force is so strong and fervent that he has left an incredible mark in the world of art with his works on the human form.
What Can We Learn from Lucian Freud’s Final Portrait of a Naked Man and a Dog? Read More »
An Analysis of Somnath Hore’s Journey Somnath Hore, one of the most prolific artists in the canon of Indian Modern Art, was not only an accomplished visual artist, but also a well-respected art teacher. After graduating from the Government College of Art & Craft, Calcutta, Somnath taught at the Indian College of Arts & Draftsmanship,
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29 AUG, 1935: ON THIS DAY “To me, art should be as good as [Munshi] Premchand, as good as [Rabindranath] Tagore, as good as Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. It should be read by each and every one. They should feel thrilled by it and feel it is my own life, it is my own culture that
From Political to Poetic: The Artistic Evolution of A. Ramachandran Read More »
Ariana Richards’ Artistic Renaissance Earlier known as Lex Murphy from the legendary Jurassic Park movie series, Ariana Richards recently resorted to an extraordinary lifestyle. Total Security, The Lost World and Tremors 3 during her early career. But her role as the precocious child paleontologist in Jurassic Park is what endeared her to audiences globally. Whilst
Can Ariana Richards’s Artistic Journey Outshine Her Hollywood Fame? Read More »
Zarina Hashmi Zarina Hashmi was an Indian American artist who left an indelible mark on the art world. Celebrated for her contributions to the minimalist art movement, Hashmi’s profound exploration of concepts such as home, identity, displacement, borders, and memory continues to captivate audiences globally. On her 86th birthday, New York-based artist, Tara Anand created
Forgotten in Aligarh, celebrated in America: Zarina Hashmi Artworks Read More »
Renowned for his vivid portrayals of commonplace items, Wayne Thiebaud has carved out a special place in the art world with his unusual paintings. Wayne Thiebaud’s work creates visual delights rich in colour and texture, from the seductive charm of his cakes and cupcakes to his evocative landscapes and ice cream cone paintings. This article
Wayne Thiebaud: Iconic in Colorful and Pop Art Read More »
Alphonse Mucha became a crucial character in the Art Nouveau style, representing a combination of profound cultural implications and exquisite aesthetic beauty. In addition to perfectly capturing the mood of his day, his magnificent illustrations and posters—which mainly featured idealised feminine figures—also established a distinctive style that emphasised the relationship between art and everyday life.
Alphonse Mucha: In Quest of Beauty Pursued in Style Read More »
Who is Claude Cahun? One of the biggest creative spirits, Claude Cahun was a trailblazer for her generation and beyond. Cahun, borm as Lucy Schwob in Nantes France 1894 assumed the gender neutral name Claude Cahun. She was an artist, photographer, and writer who together with her life-long partner Marcel Moore (born Suzanne Malherbe) produced
How Did Claude Cahun Revolutionise Surrealist Art and Gender Identity? Read More »