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As an artist, I am not subservient to anybody – Krishen Khanna Part 1

  The centrality of visual art is governed by geometrical considerations. But it is the discovery made in the process that underlines its longevity. Krishen Khanna, a self-taught artist, has been engaged in making these discoveries through his entire span of life. His art has come to be celebrated globally for the fresh insights in

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Arpita Singh’s Paintings Turns the Mirror to the Viewers 

As an artist, we seldom interrogate our themes. Sometimes, we are eclipsed by our emotions which take over our canvas, engendering our lives and our backgrounds. However, some artists simply reflect the state of the ‘self.’ One of those artist is Arpita Singh. Arpita Singh artworks boast simple themes. To her, however, you interpret her

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Peter Hujar’s Legacy And Influence on Queer Photography

A Consolidated Peter Hujar Biography Peter Hujar, a groundbreaking photographer known for his raw, intimate, and evocative images, has left an indelible mark on the art world. His work spans decades and offers a powerful exploration of identity, vulnerability, and the human experience, particularly in the context of queer life, death, and the AIDS crisis.

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Krishen Khanna: 10 Iconic Paintings That Define His Legacy

Krishen Khanna Turning 100 this July, Krishen Khanna remains one of Indian art’s most quietly revolutionary voices. We celebrate a visionary who chose the canvas over the ledger, leaving behind a secure banking job to paint full time. With a practice that spans sculpture, painting, and political commentary, Khanna’s contribution to Indian art has been

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Celebrating the Birthday of Gustave Courbet, the Realist Pioneer

Fine art is knowledge made visible. – Gustave Courbet Image Courtesy: Wikipedia Gustave Courbet was a renowned French artist and leader of the 19th century Realist movement. Courbet rebelled against the Romantic painting tradition, turning to everyday events for his subject matter. His huge shadowed canvases with their solid groups of figures, such as The

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The Woman Who Wasn’t Allowed to Draw

Mary Cassatt. The Mandolin Player (1872). Courtesy - ArtsDot

Who was Artist Mary Cassatt? Mary Cassatt, the groundbreaking American artist and printmaker, carved a distinct space for herself in the male-dominated world of Impressionism. Despite societal constraints and family disapproval, she pursued her passion for painting, redefining the way women and motherhood were portrayed in art. This article delves into Mary Cassatt’s extraordinary journey,

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