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You may have seen many terracotta pots and everyday use items, horses and even the army of Qin Shi Huang of China, but India has its very own temple structure made of terracotta in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Terracotta as you may know has its origins in Indus Valley Civilisation, where burnt clay was used to […]
Clay Carvings: Exploring the Terracotta Temples of Bishnupur, West Bengal Read More »
Introduction The profound influence of Ancient Greece on human civilisation is undeniable, inspiring generations and geographies. Among the various facets of this remarkable civilisation, art stands and shines advocating the power of creative expression. Greek art has left a mark on architecture, sculpture, painting, pottery, and jewellery design, shaping the very essence of artistic sensibility
The Timeless Legacy of Ancient Greek Art: A Journey Through Seven Artistic Eras Read More »
One of India’s most renowned ceramic artists, Ray Meeker – an American by birth – was born in California in 1944. Meeker did his BFA in architecture and ceramics from the University of South California during the 1960s when he also met his partner and artist Deborah Smith before both moved to India in 1971.
Shaping Clay and Consciousness: The Artistic Journey of Ray Meeker in India Read More »
Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay, an often overlooked and forgotten figure, was far more than a mere sum of her achievements. Widely recognised as the driving force behind the revival of India’s diverse craft traditions and a staunch advocate for “tribal art” after independence, Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay’s influence extended beyond her expertise in Indian handicrafts. She played a significant
A Craft Catalyst, Life of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay Read More »
Niveditha Ajay The 20 naira note holds the only named woman to appear on Nigerian currency currently- Ladi Kwali. Her position and fame both nationally as well as internationally are a result of decades dedicated to the carefully preserved, skilled artwork that is pottery. Ladi Kwali’s illustrious work throughout the latter half of the twentieth
Experimenting with the Traditional and the Modern: Ladi Kwali’s Contribution to Pottery Read More »
To promote Indian ceramic art among the Indian art fraternity and around the world, the Indian Ceramic Art Foundation (ICAF) publishes a journal of Indian ceramic art titled ‘MRIN’. ICAF is the national, non-profit organisation aimed at promoting knowledge, engagement and appreciation of ceramic art through establishing networks among the artist community, educators, designers, collectors,
MRIN to serve as the catalyst for the recognition of Indian ceramic art Read More »
Informed by centuries-old community tradition, she had the will to carry forward her art with personal discernment and strong-willed flair
Neelmani Devi is the potter woman from Manipur who reinvented legend Read More »
A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends
New-age art: A single tweet is poised to sell for $2.5 million Read More »