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Through a Minimalist Approach and the Subtle Incorporation of Symbols, Deepanjali Shekhar Looks Into the Intricate Complexities of Human Nature

The creative path of Deepanjali Shekhar is a continuous process of self-discovery, entwined with the colourful weaving of her metropolitan surroundings set against the calming charm of Santiniketan’s natural settings. Her compositions effortlessly blend the many hues of nature, giving them an ethereal aspect that transports viewers to a realm of breathtaking beauty. Her art […]

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Did Van Gogh’s ‘Woman Sewing’ Borrow More Than Threads? Estimated at up to £3m

Within the world of Van Gogh’s creative oeuvre, an upcoming masterwork is in the spotlight: “Woman Sewing,” an enthralling watercolour and gouache painting that will be the focus of Christie’s London auction on March 7. Written by Martin Bailey for his weekly blog, “Adventures with Van Gogh,” the piece explores the complexities of this work

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‘Beauty, first. Especially in the worst of times’: Pandemic perspective from across the Atlantic

American artist Michael diCanio speaks to Pothi from New York about the impact of Covid-19 on local art, and his thoughts on the resilience of the art community and individual artists amid this crisis His art could be described as rife with subtle mythological, fantastical and religious iconography and Symbolism, sometimes arcane, sometimes nearly dystopic,

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