The medium of drawing leaves an integral question in art lover’s minds, whether it is to be viewed as a 'preliminary step', or as 'just a study' for further work? Or should drawing - depending on the context - be appreciated in the same way we appreciate a painting or sculpture?
Amrita Sher-Gil, a Hungarian-Indian painter, was a trailblazer in 20th-century art, hailed as one of its foremost avant-garde women artists. Recognized for her mastery from a young age, she garnered acclaim with works like "Young Girls" at 19. Sher-Gil's global travels, including stints in Turkey, France, and India, informed her unique style, blending precolonial Indian art with contemporary influences. Her legacy, akin to Bengal Renaissance luminaries, extends beyond painting, encompassing literature and music, despite initial underappreciation during her lifetime.
There is insurmountable beauty in the way a myriad of colours and smooth brushstrokes find their way onto the canvas in careful texturing and splatter. That's impressionist art; and one can only attempt to understand its brilliance. These selected, modern artworks are a benchmark in Indian impressionism and take its stand in respect for the era and hope of taking it forward, to educate and appreciate.
Indian visual art, when contemplated long enough, reveals a quietly powerful essence running beneath many canvases. It is not always dramatic or loud. It...
One fine day (not so fine), the world woke up to a malicious nightmare of our lifetimes. Lockdown like never before hit us very hard. This lockdown affected almost every one of us indiscriminately.
In a world that’s increasingly uniform—where design trends get recycled, and décor begins to feel mechanically perfect—the unexpected charm of tribal art is making...
The earliest source of music in India is the Samaveda and it opens with this line: ‘Agna ā yāhi vītaye’ which translates as ‘O Agni, come to the feast’. To a musician, this invitation to Agni, the god of fire, is perhaps a prayer to be touched by fire. To be granted the gift of ‘Duende’.
Every season has its beauty and charm. Amongst them, winter is one of the most beautiful but underrated season. The sight of snow covered trees and dew stringed leaves are a startling view. Chilly mornings, bright winter blooms and cosy warm clothes enhance the beauty of the season. It refreshes us from inside.
For centuries, India’s artistic landscape has been shaped by women. Sometimes they appeared on canvas as symbols of grace or idealised beauty. Sometimes they...
While Friendship Day is officially celebrated on a specific day each year, the idea of celebrating friendship isn't limited to just that one day. To celebrate the spirit of friendship, lets us delve into the world of friendship-themed art while exploring the nuances of the magic of companionship.
There is a special excitement in discovering emerging artists before their name becomes widely recognised. You notice a painting, pause longer than expected, and...
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.
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...
