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Rest in Peace: Faith Ringgold, Renowned Artist, Fervent Activist, and Innovator in Diverse Mediums, Passes Away at 93

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Introduction Faith Ringgold, a pioneering artist whose impactful career spanned seven decades, passed away at her home in Englewood, New Jersey, on Saturday. Her death, announced by ACA Galleries, her longtime representative, marks the end of an era for the art world. Ringgold’s multifaceted contributions, ranging from bestselling children’s books to incisive activism, have left […]

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Fashion World Mourns as Iris Apfel, Icon of Individuality, Passes Away at 102

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An iconic character in American fashion, Iris Apfel, had an immense effect on design, self-expression, and enterprise. Her destiny was to make a name for herself in the fashion and interior design industries. Throughout her astonishing life, which spanned more than a century, Apfel charmed followers worldwide with her extravagant style, distinctive large eyeglasses, and

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In Memoriam: Yogesh Saini, Founder of Delhi Street Art Died at 64, Leaves Behind a Colourful Legacy

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Yogesh Saini, an artist and the founder of Delhi Street Art (DSA), breathed life into the walls of India’s capital city with his vibrant imagination and artistic flair. Born into a world of engineering and business, Saini pursued higher education, earning degrees in engineering and MBA. However, his true passion lay in the realm of

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Celebrated Indian Painter A. Ramachandran Dies at 89, Leaving Behind a Rich Artistic Legacy

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The renowned Indian painter A. Ramachandran passed away on February 10, 2024, at the age of 89, following a protracted illness. His passing signifies the end of an era in Indian art history and leaves a legacy that has enhanced the country’s cultural landscape. “In passing away of A Ramachandran the Indian world of art

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Gogi Saroj Pal, Renowned for Transformative Works Exploring Women’s Lives, Passes Away at 78

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Gogi Saroj Pal, the eminent Indian artist known for her impactful and evocative works, passed away on January 27, 2024, at 78. She was born in India on October 3, 1945, and has left a significant artistic legacy, especially in the area of gouache, oil painting, pottery, and weaving, all of which she used to

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Carl Andre, Minimalist Maestro, No More – A Sculptural Legacy Remembered

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Sculptor Carl Andre, who was one of the leading figures in the 1960s Minimalist art movement, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 88. Born in 1935 in Quincy, Massachusetts, Carl Andre emerged as a key figure in the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s. Raised in an environment that encouraged free exploration, Andre’s

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Renowned Artist and Former Lalithakala Akademi Chairman C.L. Porinchukutty Passes Away in Dubai

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Introduction C.L. Porinchukutty, the former chairman of Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, breathed his last in Dubai at 91. Born in 1932 to the Louis-Thandamma couple in Chiranellur, near Kechery in Thrissur district, Porinchukutty had a remarkable journey in the world of fine arts. Career and Achievements Porinchukutty played a pivotal role in the transformation of the

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An Artist Ahead of His Time: Remembering SM Sultan on His 29th Death Anniversary

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10th October, ON THIS DAY The 29th death anniversary of the renowned artist SM Sultan is being observed in Narail district, Bangladesh, with great enthusiasm. This commemoration pays homage to an artistic luminary whose work and life continue to inspire generations. In a joint effort, the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, the S.M. Sultan Foundation, and the

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