There is no place in India that epitomises tragedy better than Awadh. On the map it is a largish region roughly the size of Portugal that contains Lucknow and Ayodhya. Many wouldn’t know this but the name ‘Awadh’ or ‘Oudh’ as the British referred to it is a corruption of Ayodhya which on its own means ‘not to be messed with’.

When Cornelia Parker was made ‘Election Artist’ by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art in 2017 it came as a surprise to many ordinary Britons who didn’t know such a post actually existed. The British General Election that year itself was extraordinary because it was a snap poll called by Prime Minister Theresa May three years ahead of schedule.

Printmaking was introduced in the 16th century by the Dutch, in India however it was only in the 20th century that printmaking was taken up seriously by the Fine Artists.

Moving from surrealism to conceptualism, this collection of works of art reflects all of those genres and more. Here are four conceptual and fantasy-based...

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?

Over the centuries, artists have beautifully captured the essence of Raksha Bandhan, illustrating the deep sibling bond through their unique creations. Discover paintings that celebrate the festival and consider them as a unique gift for your siblings.

People are posting pictures and videos of sparrows on their balconies. Nilgais walking around mall complexes. And civet cats crossing the road. Strange things are happening in this time of a national lockdown. It is a situation that no one could’ve prepared for. 

The survey show titled ‘The (in)Visible and the (un)Revealed’ is on display at the Emami Art, explores the life and artistic journey of Kartick Chandra Pyne.

Miniatures can be used to make a statement with their fine details and remarkably small dimensions. In the world of art, miniature can refer to paintings, sculptures, prints, and carvings that are scaled down to various degrees. Artists use materials such as squirrel’s hair and brushes with extremely narrow tips to create excruciatingly precise and delicate details in their works. Here are some suggestions for including the marvelous beauty and ingenuity of these small masterpieces in your home.

Whether you are an emerging artist or a professional artist, it’s very important to create a portfolio of your own. Now, what really is an artist’s portfolio? It’s in essence a showcase of your best work which will reflect your style or method of work. Do include drawings, paintings, digitalmedia, printmaking, sculptures, mixed media, or other mediums that you have worked with. Ensure you have both black and white pieces and also a full range of color. Traditionally, an artist’s portfolio was a physically created one but today there are online portfolios as well which helps one share it with a larger audience. It’s suggested to have both a physical portfolio and an online portfolio too.