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The latest show at the Victoria and Albert Museum, The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence, is a breathtaking look into the golden age of the Mughal Empire. The display covers the reigns of Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan and celebrates 100 years of artistic creativity, cultural fusion, and imperial prestige. A Legacy of Artistry […]
Vasudeo S. Gaitonde was a forerunner among Indian modernist painters, noted for his affiliation with non-objective art and his meditative, atmospheric abstractions. His work does not conform to the common understanding of both colour and form and provides a deep sensory experience. As a contemporary artist, Akhilesh reflects on V. S. Gaitonde’s profound engagement with
Gaitonde waited—but for what? Was it the arrival of a colour? A form? A muse? (Part-2) Read More »
Everything You Wanted to Know About Cardstock Paper When it comes to crafting, printing, and creating professional-looking stationery, cardstock paper is your go-to. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a business owner looking for high-quality printing solutions, everyone uses cardstock paper once in a while. Let’s understand why. What Is Cardstock Paper? Cardstock paper is
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Vasudeo S. Gaitonde was a forerunner among Indian modernist painters, noted for his affiliation with non-objective art and his meditative, atmospheric abstractions. His work does not conform to the common understanding of both colour and form and provides a deep sensory experience. As a contemporary artist, Akhilesh observes that Gaitonde’s use of colour was radical.
The Challenge of Understanding Gaitonde’s Art (Part-1) Read More »
Introduction Christopher Benninger regarded as a legendary figure of Indian and international architecture, had built a great legacy which will keep inspiring generations. Great Expectations: Notes to an Architect, his most recent and final book, published posthumously in October 2024, is a sequel of sorts to his bestselling 2011 title, Letters to a Young Architect,
Great Expectations: Christopher Benninger’s Final Testament to Architecture Read More »
In its otherworldly beauty, the Taj Mahal has always been more than a marble monument to me; it is a story in the act of being told, a tale immortalised in white marble. Revisiting this architectural wonder yesterday was like seeing it for the first time; its magnificence still took my breath away. What never
A Glimpse into the True Tombs of the Taj Mahal Read More »
In March 2024, the Science Museum in London opened “Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery,” a permanent exhibition about the global shift to renewable energy. Sponsored by Adani Green Energy, the gallery showcases developments in sustainable technologies and emphasises the company’s commitment to green initiatives. But a recent development has tarnished this link. On
Introduction Instagram has developed into a vital resource for art aficionados, curators, and artists to find and share works of art. But the algorithm frequently takes a wrong turn, filling your stream with irrelevant stuff. You must intentionally reset the algorithm if you want to refocus your feed on art-related material. But if you’re hoping
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Introduction Jaguar, the very definition of British luxury and engineering prowess, has just transitioned to all-electric (and incidentally an audacious move into the future) by adopting an entirely new logo. It’s not just a rebranding—it’s a culture that is changing for real in terms of how people view technology, sustainability and identity. The new Jaguar
How Jaguar’s New Logo Reflects a Cultural Shift Read More »
Introduction Art collectors, like people in any other sector, hold a range of political opinions that shape their tastes and purchasing habits. Thus, it would be an over-simplification to squeeze all art collectors into a box explaining their preferences related to the Democratic and Republican party. And yet it is still possible to see trends
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