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Empowering Through Art: Aman Kumar Bavariya’s Journey of Breaking Taboos

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Aman Kumar Bavariya, a talented artist hailing from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, is currently pursuing his Masters in Fine Arts at the Government College of Fine Arts in Jabalpur. His journey exploration of creativity and self-expression, where he finds joy in creating paintings that delve deep into the interplay of colours. Bavariya’s fascination with colours is […]

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A Printing Tradition From Madhya Pradesh: Hear The Bagh Prints Roar!

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Bagh, a picturesque village in the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh, is renowned for its exquisite block printing technique to make Bagh prints. This remarkable craft takes its name from the meandering River Baghini, which gracefully flows through the village, symbolising the very essence of this art form. Bagh Prints of Madhya Pradesh is an

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Enigmatic Carvings of Pablo Neruda’s Poetry Unearthed on Scottish Beach

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Introduction A remarkable discovery has emerged on the rugged shores of Sannick beach in Scotland, as over 20 previously unrecorded carvings of Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda’s work have been uncovered. This revelation, hailed as an “incredible discovery,” sheds new light on the enduring influence of Neruda’s poetry and raises intriguing questions about the identity

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Virendra Mahata Provokes Social Reflection Through Migration Narrative

Artists of the Week /

Driven by a deep sense of social conscience, contemporary artist Virendra Mahata deftly interweaves stories of migration, struggle, and social injustices into his works. Mahata’s artistic journey is a monument to his everlasting commitment to emphasising the human condition, especially in light of migration. He has a deep-rooted belief in art as a platform for

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The Surreal Landscape of Christopher Nolan’s Groundbreaking Inception’s Dream Architecture

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2010 science fiction heist thriller “Inception” directed by Christopher Nolan features a talented ensemble cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, and others. The story revolves around Dom Cobb (played by DiCaprio), a skilled thief who specialises in entering the dreams of others to extract their deepest secrets. However, instead of stealing

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Gaudí’s Architecture: Is it Poetic?

Architecture, Room For More Art /

Gaston Bachelard’s exploration of language, distinguishing between the utilitarian “signification” and the creative “poetry,” provides a lens through which we can analyse the intersection of language and architecture. In Michael Graves’ “A Case for Figurative Architecture,” the analogy between common language and the internal structure of a building is drawn, emphasising the pragmatic and technical

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11 Things You cannot Miss about The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch

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The Garden of Earthly Delights, an iconic triptych painting created by the enigmatic Dutch artist Hieronymus Bosch, is a masterpiece that has enthralled and perplexed audiences for centuries. Completed around the year 1500, this intricate and surreal artwork is shrouded in mystery, inviting viewers to delve into its depths and unravel its hidden meanings.

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Is Wrapping the Arc de Triomphe the Most Relevant Artistic Statement of the Decade?

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Introduction The idea of covering the famous Arc de Triomphe in cloth was a dream held by the renowned artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude for over fifty years. The Arc de Triomphe, a representation of the sacrifices made by the French people and their unforgettable history, was intended to be covered in 25,000 square metres of

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Is Contemporary Art Undergoing a Supernatural Renaissance?

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An increasing number of modern artists are exploring the mystical and paranormal, taking cues from mysticism, witchcraft, and the unexplainable. Artists are exploring the borders between reality and the supernatural through their work, reflecting a greater societal interest in the invisible. A new generation of artists is pushing the frontiers of artistic expression with everything

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