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Inside the Photographic World of Fabien Charuau

Artist Profile, Editor's Pick /
Rhetoric of the JPEG - # 3 (2024)

Getting To Know Fabien Charuau Fabien Charuau is a French-born artist and architectural photographer living in Mumbai. He is known for his thoughtful approach to architectural photography and his innovative digital artworks. Fabien Charuau’s Photographic Style As an architectural photographer, He captures more than just buildings—he reveals the emotional and cultural stories behind them. His […]

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 A Simple Guide to Artist’s Rights and Laws in India

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Why Art Matters in India India has an incredibly rich tradition of art, crafts, and cultural heritage. Art in India isn’t just for decoration or enjoyment—it’s deeply connected to our society and economy. Millions of people earn their living through various art forms, from folk artists and craftspeople to painters and performers. However, many artists

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‘Nature in Architecture’; The Voices of Antoni Gaudi

Architecture, Do You Know?, Editor's Pick, Featured /

Let’s Learn Antoni Gaudi’s Facts Gaston Bachelard’s exploration of language, distinguishing between the utilitarian “signification” and the creative “poetry,” provides a lens through which we can analyse the intersection of language and architecture. In Michael Graves’ “A Case for Figurative Architecture,” the analogy between everyday language and the internal structure of a building is drawn,

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The Ashta Nayika: Eight Types of Heroines in Indian Miniature Painting

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During medieval times, the Mughal rulers brought great changes to Indian art. They supported artists with money and resources, which helped painting reach new heights. This period saw a beautiful mix of Persian art with local Indian styles, creating different schools like Mughal, Rajasthani, Pahadi, and Deccani painting. From this mix came miniature paintings –

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9 Historic Domes That Define India’s Architectural Legacy

Architecture, Editor's Pick /

In Indian architectural history, domes have played a significant role, appearing in Buddhist stupas, Jain temples, and the opulence of Mughal buildings. These constructions were not just technical achievements but also symbolic representations of the sacred, whether they were the bulbous, elaborately decorated domes of Islamic architecture or the early domical forms found in stupas.

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The Intersection of Art and Mental Health

Columns, Editor's Pick /

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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Spatial Boundaries Dissolve in Pritzker Winner Riken Yamamoto’s Contemporary Architecture

Architecture, Editor's Pick /

Riken Yamamoto Architecture Japanese Architect Riken Yamamoto was awarded the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize on March 4, 2024, and the raving ripples are percolating! But he deserved and was owed his flowers. Throughout his illustrious career, Yamamoto has created spaces that foster social interaction and community engagement. Riken Yamamoto buildings rely on precision and rationality.

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Luís Vaz de Camões and the Art of Exile: A Tribute in Goa

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Born in 1524, Luís Vaz de Camões remains one of the most enigmatic figures of Renaissance literature. He emerged from the shifting social and political tides of 16th- century Portugal, a nation expanding its maritime reach into Asia and Africa, while also navigating the turbulence of religious orthodoxy and imperial ambition. His life, though celebrated

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