Navigating the greys of our current isolation and picking on the subtle nuances of line, shape and form, the online show ‘Black White and More’ by Emami Art, Kolkata, brings our attention towards simplicity and minimalism
For the story of Brunelleschi’s dome, his magnum opus, we travel back in time to Florence, a city already captured by the Renaissance movement and poised to become the epicentre of creativity, innovation and affluence, and yet flummoxed by the challenge of completing the dome of the Florence Cathedral, the city’s grand structure. To find a solution to this problem as well as establish their ingenuity, the Arte della Lana (the most prominent wool guild) announced an architecture competition.
Narrative does not arrive fully formed, it unfolds. Morning Hustle brings together contemporary artworks that reflect the rhythms of everyday life. Through distinct artistic voices, this curation invites a deeper engagement with the ordinary, revealing its complexity, dignity, and enduring sense of hope.
Indian visual art, when contemplated long enough, reveals a quietly powerful essence running beneath many canvases. It is not always dramatic or loud. It...
This article 'Rooted In Motion' explains about the conversation wherein South African artist Thenjiwe Niki Nkosi talked to us about Conveying her versatile truths and the subtle inclusion of her kaleidoscopic identity, her present series ‘Gymnasium’ and much more
Watercolour painting is one of the most satisfying and engaging activities. The brushing, the sharp strokes, the flowing colors, all makeup for an authentic picture. But using watercolour is not as easy as it seems. While it gives a beautiful and aesthetic look, it is also one of the most difficult processes. But practice yields results and Mojarto brings you a few tips to start practicing.
Rajasthan, the land of valour is full of tales of heroism, bravery and courage. These stories are passed on from one generation to another by different means. Various folk paintings across India are a perfect example of our cultural diversity and skilled craftsmanship. Phad paintings are the tradition of painting stories of local deities and hero. The most popular traditions remain that of Devnarayan and Pabuji ki Phad, both local hero-deities from Rajasthan. Painted on huge horizontal cloth scroll using natural colours, Phad traditionally served as a mobile shrine for singer-priests known as Bhopas.
In a world of constant stimulation, true stress relief may begin with learning to pause. Art invites us to slow down, look closely and rediscover the experience of attention.
In a world that rarely pauses, art gives us permission to linger. From windows and forests to shared tea, old songs and rooms, these paintings find poetry in the ordinary, inviting us to slow down, look closer, and discover the beauty hidden within life’s quietest moments.
Discover Claude Monet inspired paintings on Mojarto, where contemporary Indian artists explore water, flowers, landscapes, light and atmosphere through their own distinctive visual languages. These works reveal how the enduring spirit of Impressionism continues to inspire artists today.
Homes are supposed to be a safe haven from the frenetic hubbubs of everyday life. Strangely so, bare walls can have subtle negating effects on your psyche, let art change the way your homes make your feel.
In the shifting landscape of Indian art, abstraction has emerged as a powerful visual language for interpreting lived experiences that are often complex, layered,...