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Kiss and Tell: The Act of Kissing Captured by Artists in Indian and Western Art

The act of kissing is a universal gesture that transcends language, culture, and time. From ancient civilisations to the modern era, the intimate act of pressing one’s lips against another’s has been a subject of fascination and inspiration in the history of art. Artists across various periods and cultures have captured the essence of kissing, […]

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Interested in people who haven’t had as much of a chance: Mary Ellen Mark from the Perimeter

Iftikar Ahmed March 20, ON THIS DAY Photographing people from the margin is what Mary Ellen Mark is known for. From portraits to reportage, from the US to Mexico to India, Mary Ellen Mark’s photography spans a wide and inclusive spectrum that explores themes of social belonging, otherness, and various life trajectories. The work of

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