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From Skinning Animals to Fine Art: The Diverse Journeys of Renowned Taxidermy Artist

Columns, Featured / 05/09/2023

Dan Ostermiller, a native of Colorado-born in 1956, was deeply immersed in the world of taxidermy from a young age, thanks to his family legacy. His father, a renowned taxidermist, had travelled the globe for his craft, performing surgeries on animals in Africa, India, Alaska, and Canada. Dan’s upbringing was steeped in taxidermy, and it …

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The First Female Sculptor form Kashmir Sabreena Firdous Sculpting Her Way Through Glass Ceilings

News / 01/09/2023

Introduction In the heart of Gulab Bagh Hazratbal, Srinagar, a remarkable artist is making waves. Sabreena Firdous, at just 22 years old, is not only shaping clay but also breaking barriers in the world of sculpture. She is the first female sculptor artist in the region, leaving an indelible mark on the art world with …

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Lalit Mohan Sen: Rediscovering a Modern Maestro of Indian Art

Artist Profile / 03/07/2023

A large-scale retrospective exhibition is all set to open on the legendary yet fairly unknown artist, Lalit Mohan Sen (1898-1954) at Emami art gallery on 14th July 2023 curated by Debdutt Gupta. An exhibition that shall highlight the life story of this unknown personality and showcase some of his seminal works of art including paintings, …

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Unique Collaboration: People For Animals and P R Daroz Unveil ‘100 Bowls’ Exhibit

Featured, News / 17/06/2023

Aditya Sisodia In a remarkable collaboration between People For Animals (PFA), India’s oldest and largest Animal Welfare Organisation, and master ceramicist P R Daroz, a groundbreaking exhibit is set to take place on the evening of August 4, 2023. The exhibit, titled ‘100 Bowls,’ introduces a new collectable art form that blurs the boundaries between …

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Rodin’s Hands: Portraits of Emotion and the Power of Gesture

Featured, Special Story / 03/06/2023

Iftikar Ahmed Auguste Rodin, the renowned sculptor, delved into the expressive potential of the human figure, emphasising what he called the “body gesture.” According to Rodin, it was not just the face that conveyed thoughts and emotions; rather, various body parts such as hands, arms, and torsos could encapsulate the essence of feeling. Amongst the …

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Second Act of Art Vandalism This Month: Florida Man Crashes into 13-Foot Hunt Slonem Sculpture

News / 26/05/2023

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 …

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AI Replacing Artist? The First Artificial Intelligence-Generated Statue Arrived in Swedish Museum.

Artificial Intelligence, News / 01/07/2023

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 …

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Artist Sarah Meyohas’ New Holographic Works Change Colours Depending on How You View Them

News / 24/05/2023

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 …

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The Crossover of SouthAsian Culture and Islamic Art and Architecture

#longread, Featured, Islamic Art and Architecture / 22/05/2023

Prachi Sahasrabudhe The impact of South Asian culture on Islamic art is an intriguing topic that demonstrates the dynamic trade and interplay of creative traditions across various geographic regions. South Asia, with its varied cultural richness and rich history, has had a considerable influence on Islamic art, notably throughout the medieval period. This impact may …

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