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The Higher The Gopuram, The Closer To God: 10 Tallest Temples In The World

India is a diverse country. Individuals of varied castes, classes, and faiths reside harmoniously in the Indian subcontinent. Hence, it would not be wrong to assume that the art and architecture produced by each region, although similar in some senses, have varied features. Take for example the Hindu Temple architecture. Each region, whether it be […]

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The Magnificent Tapestry of Wisdom: Decoding Raphael’s ‘School of Athens’ in the High Renaissance

a How can an artist visually convey a thought process such as philosophy? Raphael chose to illustrate the diverse range of discursive and ratiocinative activities by numerous adult male philosophers in a magnificent tower on a sunny day in The School of Athens. The School of Athens, a well-known painting by Raphael, depicts a geometer—possibly

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How Understanding 7 Elements of Art and Design Guarantees Better Artwork 

We know that atoms are the building blocks of matter; cells are the building blocks of biotic entities; but does art have building blocks as well? Yes, indeed. There exist 7 elements of art and design which serve as the building blocks of any art (amateur and professional). It must be interesting to note that

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Spiritual Splendor: Exploring the Symbolism and Marvels of Hindu Temple Architecture

Hindu temples’ unique and historic architectural style has developed over thousands of years. Hindu temple architecture and layouts varied greatly between Indian regions, reflecting various cultural, historical, and religious influences. The Hindu temple architecture is not standardised. However, many temples have some characteristics. Hindu temples usually have a square or rectangular floor plan as their

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Picasso’s Guernica Painting: A Deeply Sensitive Anti-War Masterwork and Its Endless Influence

While the world governments are still divided over the Israel-Hamas war, local artists have raised humanitarian concerns over the war in Gaza. But it’s not only the contemporary artists who were inspired to create art (graffiti, street art, paintings) from war and conflict. You would be surprised to know that even the Cubist master himself

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Stone Giants of Mystery: Exploring the Intriguing World of Easter Island’s Moai Statues

The Moai statues are iconic and massive stone sculptures on Easter Island, a remote island in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. The Moai is one of the world’s most remarkable and well-known monolithic monuments. The indigenous Rapa Nui people created these figures, which are recognised as one of the most significant archaeological mysteries in the world.

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Architectural Conservation: 5 Architects Preserving Indian Culture and Heritage

What is Architectural Conservation?   Through well thought-out interventions, an architectural conservator is a specialist tasked with safeguarding and maintaining the historical, material, and design integrity of built heritage. Architectural conservation focuses on the physical structure of buildings subjected to uncontrolled external conditions, whereas historic preservation concentrates on more general cultural and historical aspects of

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Architectural Harmony: The Transformative Influence of Eastern Philosophy on Modern Architecture

Eastern philosophy has tremendously impacted modern architecture, influencing the fundamental ideas that inform architectural theory and design approaches. Even if Western traditions are frequently the source of modern architecture, incorporating Eastern philosophy has produced a distinctive fusion of concepts that promotes a more harmonious and comprehensive approach to design. Yin and Yang, a concept from

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Designing for All Ages: The Crucial Role of Elderly-Friendly Architecture in Promoting Independence and Well-being

Humans experience noticeable changes in both their physical and mental attributes as they age. A variety of circumstances causes these variations. Due to these changes, the older population adjusts their lifestyles and locations. The older adult may become disconcerted and shocked at these abrupt or gradual changes to their lives. The quality of life and

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Highly Pigmented and Smudge-Free: It’s Not Mascara, It’s The Best Permanent Marker Brands

A permanent marker pen as the name suggests is a marker pen which leaves a permanent mark on some surfaces (often paper). However, a permanent marker may not be as strong on certain surfaces such as teflon or plastic surfaces. Permanent marker ink is water-resistant since the main ingredients comprise a solvent, a colourant, a

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