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Art is therapy. It has grave psychological effects and seldom has a placebo effect. Sure, you can draw with pencils, crayons, and sketch pens, but they do not hold the same allure as watercolors, acrylics, and oil paints. If you decide to select the latter medium, you would still come two things short. They are […]
Strokes of Beauty: 5 Best Paint Brush Sets to Buy Read More »
Street artists, often characterized as urban creatives, wield the cityscape as their canvas, transforming mundane streets into vibrant galleries of expression. These intrepid individuals defy the confines of conventional art spaces, utilizing public spaces as platforms for their craft. Armed with cans of spray paint, brushes, and boundless imagination, street artists infuse life into concrete
In the Lane with 11 Street Artists Read More »
Austrian painters have long been celebrated for their contributions to the world of art, blending innovation with tradition to create captivating works that reflect the rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes of Austria. From the vibrant streets of Vienna to the serene beauty of the Austrian Alps, these artists have drawn inspiration from their surroundings
9 Austrian Painters You Should Know About Read More »
Dogs might be man’s best friend, but can you guess which animal is a child’s best friend? It is bears. More often than not, new parents tend to invest in stuffed toys to surround their children. One of the most popular toys is a teddy bear, made in the shape of a cute bear. Children
Beautiful Beasts of Nature: Cute Bear Drawings Read More »
Introduction In the summer of 1968, Valerie Solanas made a dramatic entrance into Andy Warhol’s sixth-floor office at 33 Union Square West, armed with two guns and harbouring a deep-seated grudge. Warhol was wounded so badly that it was a miracle he survived. The bullet struck his abdomen and impacted the vital organs. But at
Unseen Truths: Valerie Solanas, Radical Feminism, and the Andy Warhol Shooting Read More »
Introduction Medieval art, spanning from the Early Medieval period through the Gothic and Renaissance eras, offers a fascinating glimpse into a time rich with religious symbolism, detailed manuscript illustrations, and bold architectural elements. This article explores into the diverse facets of medieval art, highlighting its key characteristics and exploring some of its most unique representations,
Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Medieval Art: From Gothic Splendor to Eccentric Imagery Read More »
Introduction Since its invention in 1842, cyanotype printing—a photographic printing technique that yields a cyan-blue print—has been a favourite among photographers and painters. Cyanotype printing, which is well-known for its ease of use and the dreamy appearance of its output, has expanded beyond its conventional limitations to encompass a range of media, such as paper
Introduction Three members of the climate advocacy group Last Generation were handed eight-month prison sentences by the Berlin Tiergarten District Court after they sprayed orange paint on the Brandenburg Gate. The activists, whose ages range from 22 to 64, carried out the protest in September using fire extinguishers filled with paint, coating the iconic landmark’s
Each state; each district; each region of India is a mecca of tradition. One may find many folk arts and rituals. Whether it is Jaipur’s Blue Pottery, Madhya Pradesh’s Bhil, or Tamil Nadu’s Tanjore paintings, each of these eclectic art forms is nuanced and differs greatly from each other. There might be overlaps, with some
An Oral Tradition: Saura Painting of Orissa Read More »
India, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and diversity, is a land of vibrant festivals and celebrations that reflect the country’s unity in diversity. These festivals, reflecting Indian tradition and spirituality, mark various occasions ranging from harvest seasons to religious observances, and are celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour across the length and breadth of
Famous Telangana Festivals Which Give New Meanings to Celebrations! Read More »