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Recording the Horrors of the Bengal Famine: The Social Realist Art of Chittoprasad, Somnath Hore and Zainul Abedin

Saptarshi Ghosh The year was 1943. The Indian freedom struggle had intensified following Mahatma Gandhi’s launch of the Quit India Movement the previous year. It is at this crucial moment that the state of Bengal was hit by one of the worst famines in the history of modern India. Around three million people lost their […]

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The Intersection of Art and Mental Health

Art is inherently subjective, created and interpreted through individual experiences, memories, emotions, and preferences. The aesthetic experience comes from the relationship between the viewer and the artwork. For the artist, creating is an emotional act. An artist must stay connected to their work as it develops; the creative process serves as a space for mutual

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Badri Narayan: Weaving Fantasy, Mythology, and Banal Reality

22nd July, On this Day Surrounded by the rich symbols in the South-Indian town of Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Badri Narayan was born on 22 July 1929. In his lengthy 45-year career, he has worked intensely as an artist, illustrator, teacher, and author.  Hyderabad Art Society organised Narayan’s first public show held at the All India

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Wall Painting Designs for Office Rooms: How to Select The Right Fit?

Getting the Best Wall Painting for Office Cabins Creating a productive, inviting, and aesthetically pleasing office environment will lighten up your mood, creativity, and efficiency. One of the most effective ways to elevate the ambience of your workspace is by incorporating wall paintings for office spaces. Let’s discuss some wall painting designs for office rooms.

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Painting the World Blue: The Story of Lapis Lazuli

The subject of Art history brings many unknown ‘topics’ into the spotlight. There are exciting materials and objects from different locations and times and diverse cultures: Egyptian, Mesopotamia, Indus Valley and many others. The world of objects and artefacts is fascinated with stories and historicity. Here introduced a unique piece of material from the past;

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Exploring the World of Vexillology: The Art and Symbolism of Flags

Introduction Flags have transcended their role as mere pieces of cloth to become powerful symbols that capture the essence of nations, organizations, and ideologies. This realm of study, known as vexillology, delves into the profound significance of flags by exploring their historical evolution, intricate design principles, and the deep cultural meanings they carry. From ancient

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Street Art and Graffiti In Indian Public Spaces

Kritika Verma I will begin by introducing the topic of graffiti and street art (henceforth graf/street art). Secondly, I will explain the emergence of Street art/ Graffiti in public spaces in India, explaining the importance of and justification for studying graffiti/street artists and their impacts on urban and rural landscapes. I will define the working

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Addressing Everyday Life: The Provocative Art world Of Thukral And Tagra

Digvijay Nikam Challenging the norms of fine art and pop culture, Thukral and Tagra is a Delhi-based contemporary art duo. Jiten Thukral, born in 1976 in Jalandhar, Punjab, did his BFA from Chandigarh Art College and MFA from New Delhi College of Art in the late 1990s while Sumir Tagra was born in 1979 in

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