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Art, Artists, Business and Entrepreneur. How Everything is Connected? (Part-3)

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Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From […]

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Espionage, Art, and Intrigue: Mr. & Mrs. Smith Takes on Warhol’s Silver Car Crash

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In 2013, Andy Warhol‘s iconic painting “Silver Car Crash (Double Disaster)” made headlines when it sold at Sotheby’s for a staggering $104.5 million, marking a pinnacle in the Pop artist’s auction history. However, in an alternate reality portrayed in the new Amazon television series, “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” the painting fetches an even higher price

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Surat’s Art Renaissance: A Journey from Textiles to Cultural Transformation (Part-1)

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Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From

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Asia Arts Future Award Recipient 2024: Aban Raza Champions Social Commentary Through Art

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Aban Raza, a contemporary artist based in New Delhi, was recently honoured with the prestigious Asia Arts Future (India) Award 2024. The accolade, presented at the Asia Society’s Award function held in New Delhi on February 2, celebrates Raza’s remarkable artistic contributions that poignantly articulate the lived experiences and cultural landscape of the region. Raza’s

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From Uttar Pradesh to National Acclaim: Indrapal’s Sculptural Exploration of Time, Society, and Mediums

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Indrapal is a talented sculptor from the Mau district of Uttar Pradesh, who has been navigating in the world of art since his early years. His artistic journey unfolded at the Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, where he successfully earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sculpture from 2015 to 2019. Subsequently, he pursued

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Eco-Artist Manjit Gogoi Transforms Urban Waste into Environmental Masterpieces, Igniting a Dialogue on Planetary Caretaking

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Manjit Gogoi is an artist who was raised in the lush Assamese countryside, close to Kaziranga National Park. His artistic path is deeply influenced by the social and environmental values of his background. Going into issues like habitat loss, species extinction, climate change, contamination, and resource exploitation, Gogoi’s artistic perspective is a painful investigation of

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Mona Lisa Under Attack: Riposte Alimentaire Activists Throw Soup at Mona Lisa, Sparking Louvre Evacuation

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In a daring protest at the Louvre, two female demonstrators associated with the group Riposte Alimentaire (Food Counterattack) threw pumpkin soup at Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Mona Lisa. The incident occurred around 10:00 local time (09:00 GMT) and led to the temporary evacuation of the Salle des Etats, where the masterpiece is displayed. The protesters,

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Missed Opportunity: Gutiérrez’s Frida Documentary Offers a Familiar Tale, Fails to Unveil Kahlo’s True Complexities

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Carla Gutiérrez’s new documentary, “Frida,” showcased at the Sundance Film Festival, promised to provide fresh insights into the life of the iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. However, according to Artnews, as the film takes centre stage, it becomes apparent that it falls short of delivering a groundbreaking perspective, merely retelling the familiar narrative without offering

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Unpacking Gender Dynamics in Design Education in the late 20th century

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Feminine Vs Masculine Design Practice In the late 20th century, there has been a significant amount of gender disparity within the field of design education in countries such as England and Wales. Women were discriminated against due to their gender, especially within courses that were traditionally considered masculine and more public in nature. Despite massive

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