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In 2004, Haiti was revisited by its ghosts, by the memories and realities of dictatorship and political violence, and, most strikingly, by the French and American troops once again on Haitian soil, spectres of the first black republic’s unfinished history, revenants whose very presence in Haiti is an unavoidable reminder of a nation’s failings, of […]
A Visual Dialogue with Three Heroes in Haitian Revolution Read More »
Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay, an often overlooked and forgotten figure, was far more than a mere sum of her achievements. Widely recognised as the driving force behind the revival of India’s diverse craft traditions and a staunch advocate for “tribal art” after independence, Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay’s influence extended beyond her expertise in Indian handicrafts. She played a significant
A Craft Catalyst, Life of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay Read More »
After the encounter with Andre Breton and his statement about Frida Kahlo as part of surrealism in all forms, Frida responds to it; ‘they thought I was a surrealist, but I was not. I never painted my dreams; I only painted my reality. Frida Kahlo’s work gives whole Mexican art an international engagement, and her
The Two Fridas, Two Realities of Dreams Read More »
It’s not surprising that the real-life experience is reflected in the artwork. We use painting or literature to understand the social settings of a time because they might be included in that ‘creative’ expressions. What is creative is not something that excludes all those social realities; some painters may use the facts to create an
‘Times We Live In’: When Migrant Labours Comes to Painting Read More »
As we approach the final week of this year’s pride month, we at Abir Pothi communicated with 10 emerging queer artists you should definitely look out for. Their art is not just an expression of their sexualities but also their expressive canvas to communicate their individual struggles and ideologies. With strong strokes and stronger voices,
10 Emerging Queer Artists You Should Know About. Read More »
Smriti Malhotra In the mystical land of Manipur, where lush greenery caresses the horizon and the air carries whispers of ancient tales, there exists a melodic treasure that transcends time and space. It is the enchanting Pena, a musical instrument steeped in history and cultural significance, synonymous with the Meitei people and their vibrant heritage.
Musical Melodies of Pena; Manipuri Musical Instrument Read More »
Tsuktiben Jamir In an unusual display of artistic rebellion, a daring visitor at Seoul’s renowned Leeum Museum of Art took the concept of ‘interactive art’ to a new level. The incident occurred at Maurizio Cattelan’s thought-provoking “WE” exhibition featuring his infamous work, “Comedian.” This installation consisted of a ripe banana meticulously duct-taped to a wall,
See it, Soak it, Enjoy it & then.. Eat it… The Short Life Cycle of Edible Art! Read More »
Art criticism brings a new perspective on seeing Art, and Feminist Art criticism questions views and offers a broad view of Art. Feminist Art historian Linda Nochlin’s article, ” Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists? ” is in a historical period. Or now that article is considered as a historical question. In that
Why is Feminist Art Criticism So Important in Gentileschi’s Artistic Life? Read More »
Cats have had a significant presence in the world of art history, appearing in various forms and contexts throughout different periods. Here are a few interesting points about cats in art history: Ancient Egypt: Cats held a special place in ancient Egyptian culture and mythology. They were highly revered and considered sacred animals. They frequently
Cats and Art History Read More »
Tsuktiben Jamir Are you prolific in any subject? When do we call someone prolific? One who continuously does artwork is considered a prolific artist. Painting or writing poetry and fiction and producing music is considered prolific creativity. Genius people are called prolific writers, painters, artists or musicians. They make the volume of something in their
Is stealing art an art itself? Meet Mr. Breitwieser Read More »