Artist Harshvardhan Kadam’s creation at the historic Clock Tower in Har Ki Paudi, Haridwar is a beautiful blend of contemporary art with Indian mythology.
Unveiling a timeless piece of art by Harshvardhan Kadam from Ink Brush N Me) telling the story of Pillar of Light associated with Lord Shiva at Har Ki Paudi.
Inspired by the abundant positivity that he felt as he came to the banks of River Ganga in Haridwar, artist Rajvardhan Kadam decided to paint the Ganga herself!
Millennial-age Indians are embracing religious and spiritual tattoos, with this unique form of expression increasingly being recognized as ‘wearable body art’ across India’s busiest cities. The artistic value of tattoos has waxed and waned throughout history until reaching its current status as walking art. In India, tattoos were used for diverse reasons – including art, the imitation of embroidery, and to ward off evil.Â
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.
In the era of e-mails and messengers, love letters still grips the immemorial charm. This love letter is for an enchantress who beholds everyone in her charm and allure. Kolkata also known as the city of joy is a mystical and magical experience which enthrals one with its vibrancy. The city encapsulates everyone in its rich history, heritage and merges the soul in harmonious multiculturalism. The birth place of many art and artists is a unique blend of tradition and modernity. It spreads its constant festive spirit to anyone associated with it. The colour, smell and fervour bring in whole lot of enthusiasm.Â
Every artwork has a story to tell; similarly, every city has its own unique story for its sojourners, a blend of these two is artistically captured in the series of artworks on Banaras (Varanasi) by different artists.
As the year 2024 begins, let's approach it with the spirit of artists, ready to create a masterpiece of our own lives. Opening doors to this new year is an act of courage, curiosity, and creativity. Let's paint boldly, collaborate freely, and navigate the unknown with resilience, for within the canvas of 2024 lies the potential for a truly extraordinary masterpiece.Â
by P Abigail Sadhana Rao
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