Theatre is a work of a team. The actors perform on stage and only go behind the wings to don a different character for a comeback. But what if the real actors are not humans but are rather puppets being controlled by strings and rods? This year’s edition of International Theatre Festival of Kerala witnessed water puppetry, a unique style of theatrics based on centuries old Vietnamese folk art whose genesis lies in Hanoi.
Winter and art share a strange affinity, it is in fact very peculiar and ever so fascinating. However transfixing wintry scenes may be, their depiction in paintings was scant. Over time, winter as a subject has grown to be appreciated and loved not only by artists but also by collectors worldwide. Embrace the beauty of this season with five breathtaking winter landscape paintings by Indian artists.
If you remember your childhood art classes, you would realise that one of the first art exercises of the class was to draw a cube or circle and add a shadow to it.
What makes these emerging artists in India particularly significant is not just their visual language, but their growing presence in galleries, exhibitions, and collector spaces across the country and beyond. As the global spotlight increasingly turns towards contemporary Indian artists, collectors and art enthusiasts are beginning to recognise the value of investing in talent in their nascent years. This curated list of the top ten emerging contemporary artists in India brings together distinctive voices who are shaping the future of Indian contemporary art.
The idea of merging natural landscapes with art, by using the natural materials available within those surroundings to the artist is what formulated the movement of Land Art. We have some incredible contemporary as well as older examples within this movement to help elucidate better. Below, a few incredible examples of artists who championed this movement are included, alongside those who are continuing their incredible journey of Earth Art even today
Every year on March 8, people around the world remember and celebrate the contribution and achievements of women throughout history and across cultures. Historically, they have often been excluded from the art world, and their contributions have been overlooked or undervalued. Nonetheless, women have resiliently used art to tell their stories, and challenge the status quo. They have continued to create and innovate, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of art.
Seascapes in art offer a window into the human experience and our relationship with nature. Whether through literature, art, or personal experience, the sea remains a timeless source of inspiration and a mirror to the human soul.
Art and literature are two creative forms that have been intertwined throughout history. In this blog post, we will explore the connections between art and literature, examining how these two forms of expression intersect and influence one another.
Fauvism was the first art movement that took place in twentieth-century France. This avant-garde movement was the first reaction to impressionism and other conventional methods of art.
The Indian art market is moving through an interesting phase. A decade ago, conversations revolved around big names, blue-chip auctions, and singular masterpieces. Today,...
Discover how artist Anupam Pal blends Indian mythology, modern abstraction, and glowing acrylic textures. Very few artists bridge the gap between ancient cultural heritage and modern abstract expressionism quite like Pal.Â
A buyer may fall in love with an artwork because of colour, subject, emotion or memory. But before that connection forms, something quieter happens....
Walk into any serious art conversation today, and one question quietly sits at the centre of it all. What makes this artist unmistakably themselves?
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In an age where visual culture is often dominated by bold contrasts and immediate impact, many artists in India are turning towards restraint. Subtle...
Frida Kahlo lives on in Indian art, reimagined through patachitra, Kalighat, and contemporary canvases. These works celebrate her resilience, symbolism, and timeless defiance.
Art has always been a mirror, one that reflects our collective emotions, struggles, and triumphs. In recent years, the contemporary Indian art movement has...
Art is a form of human expression and throughout history, artists have used various techniques and mediums to create sensational artworks. Each piece of art has a story, from its conception to its execution and finally, when you purchase it, you will be continuing the story, the history, and the journey of that artwork. . Serigraphs are one such medium that has been widely used by many artists.They are high-quality limited edition fine art prints. They offer a great opportunity for novice collectors to begin collecting works by renowned artists at affordable prices.
