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The World of Washi Tapes: Crafting Creativity with Adhesive Art

Room For More Art / 25/09/2023

Introduction Over the past two decades, washi tape has progressively gained popularity in the realm of crafting and artistic expression, capturing the attention of both seasoned craftspeople and newcomers. This decorative tape is incredibly adaptable and has been used in innumerable homes, scrapbooks, notebooks, and DIY projects to turn everyday items into beautiful pieces of …

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Magnificent Masks of Chhau: Tradition, Technique and Transformations

Columns, Featured, Room For More Art / 20/09/2023

Chhau in Purulia and the Mask-Making Purulia, the westernmost district of West Bengal, boasts a stunning natural landscape with rivers winding through lush hills and dramatic rocky outcrops framing thunderous waterfalls. Amidst this natural beauty lies a rich historical tapestry, with countless ancient temples scattered across the district. Moreover, Purulia is renowned for its intangible …

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Antoni Gaudi: Architects of Visual Ideas, Considered ‘God’ as Client

Featured, Room For More Art / 20/09/2023

Antoni Gaudi is considered the most significant Spanish architect and the most eminent exponent of Catalan Modernism in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Barcelona City is elegantly enfolded with Antoni Gaudi’s architectural beauties in the heart of Spanish life as their cultural essence. Mathematical aspects are the significant elements of Gaudi’s architectural …

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Stitching Stories, One Stitch at a Time: Tale of Bengal’s Kantha

Room For More Art / 20/09/2023

The Roots of Kantha Embroidery The Kantha, a form of embroidery, thrives in 21st-century India, with around 50,000 women embroiderers engaging in what they call “ghore bosa kaaj” or home-based work. This rich tradition of embroidery traces its roots back millennia, as evidenced by archaeological finds of needles in the ancient cities of the Harappan …

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A Beginner’s Guide to Stencil Drawing.

Room For More Art / 18/09/2023

The simple artistic method of stencil drawing, which is sometimes overlooked, has the ability to turn your imaginative creations into stunning works of art. This article explores stencil drawing’s many variations, necessary art supplies, and beginner-friendly step-by-step instructions to help them get started with this fascinating form of art. Types of Stencil Drawing Stencil drawing …

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Master the Art of Pencil Sketch Drawing: From Nature to Portraits

Room For More Art / 15/09/2023

Introduction Pencil sketch drawing is a timeless and versatile art form that allows artists to express their creativity through a simple yet powerful medium. Whether you’re a budding artist or an experienced sketcher, pencil sketching offers a wide range of possibilities, from capturing the beauty of nature to creating stunning portraits and intricate designs. In …

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Kottan Chronicles: Weaving the Story of Chettinad’s Palmyra Baskets

Columns, Do You Know?, Room For More Art / 15/09/2023

What are the Kottan Baskets of Chettinad? The Chettinad region, situated in the Sivagangai district of Tamil Nadu, Southern India, is renowned for its opulent mansions, ancient temples, and aromatic cuisine. This area encompasses not only the capital town of Karaikudi but also 74 surrounding villages, and it is the ancestral homeland of the Nattukottai …

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Jamdani: The Art of Exquisite Textiles from Bengal and Bangladesh

Room For More Art / 01/09/2023

What is Jamdani? Where does it come from? The distinctive texture seen against the airy backdrop of muslin fabric characterises the cherished Jamdani cloth, a beacon of history and heritage. This textile tradition is rooted in meticulous handloom weaving, utilising a unique technique where design threads are woven discontinuously, ensuring that the muslin’s transparency is …

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Divine Doorways: Exploring the Mystique of Kavad Art from Rajasthan

Columns, Featured, Room For More Art / 31/08/2023

A kavad is a mobile shrine or temple intricately crafted from painted wood. It holds significance within the oral storytelling practice known as kavad banchana, widely embraced in the Rajasthan region. The term “kavad” is thought to have roots in Sanskrit words such as “kavaat,” “kapaat,” or “kivaad,” which allude to a “half door” or …

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