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Onam: Celebrating forms of Art through Art

Anyone lucky enough to experience Kerala during Onam will recall the unmistakable aura of festivity that fills the air as every corner of the region becomes a stage for beauty and celebration.

How Painting Architecture Can Help Relieve Stress

Architecture is a stressful career. If you don’t believe it, ask any architect or rather, approach a student with the question. Nonetheless, there’s no denying that it is also one of the most beautiful and passionate career paths.

Why Spring Is The Best Season And You Should Paint It!

Don’t you love spring? The chilly winds breezing over damp soil; flowers of every colour at its full bloom; the leaves greener than regular...

Floral Paintings for Wall Décor: The Beauty of Blossoms

Can you feel it in the air? The subtle warmth creeping in, waking the earth from its slumber? Floral paintings beautifully capture this transformation—where nature shakes off its golden-brown stillness and bursts into a vibrant tapestry of greens, pinks, and yellows.

Celebrating National Handloom Day: The Rich Heritage of Indian Weaves

India is a land of rich cultural heritage, and one of its most vibrant expressions lies in its diverse handloom traditions. Every National Handloom...

Unraveling The Art Of Viewing Art

Is there a proper or improper way to view art? Art has been an integral part of human civilisation for thousands of years. It is a form of self-expression that enables artists to convey their ideas, thoughts, and emotions through various mediums such as painting, sculpture, photography, and more. Just because you are not an art scholar doesn’t mean you can’t view as an expert. It's simply a matter of understanding what to look for. 

#ArtIsEverywhere : Kaleka’s Cinema Of A New Dawn

There is no medium that brings you the power of the sea like cinema. The gigantic crawl of the waves, the terrifying sound of submergence or even the bobbing of a boat in the far horizon like a flicker of hope, however distant: it’s all embedded in the grammar of cinema.

A Monologue Of Being- The Story Of Growth

Story telling, at its root, is a narrative of a person; a stage in their life or an event becomes an inspiration and leads to a creation of something new. Each stage tells a distinctive story, those staple experiences we all have and the dreams that change with times and each stage. It brings up Shakespeare’s poem about the seven ages of life and how the world is a stage and we are mere characters. As we grow, the clothes change, and we adorn ourselves with newer robes. These images capture the story of a person’s growth and the changing view point. 

The Timeless Art of Etching

Etching, often hailed as one of the most esteemed and intricate printmaking techniques, has mesmerised artists and collectors alike for centuries. We shall explore the works of contemporary artists on Mojarto, showcasing their artistic creations in the realm of etching.

Calming Paintings For Your Wall

Travelling, sightseeing, meeting friends have a supremely calming effect and make us smile every time. Paintings too have a way of transporting us someplace else, especially in the worst of times, they can have an alleviating effect on our souls and minds. Hanging a painting and viewing it has proven to have therapeutic benefits too. Here’s why hanging paintings can be both soothing and appealing.

Major International Art Fairs Around the World

The global art world comes alive through international art fairs that bring together artists, galleries, collectors, and art enthusiasts from across continents. An international...

Time, Memory, and Canvas: How Modern Art Captures the Fleeting Moments of Human Life

In every fleeting moment of human life—an unexpected smile, a memory shimmering at the edge of consciousness, the echo of laughter long past—there lies...

Women in Art: Voices of Vision and Creativity

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.

The Invisible Brushstroke: How Negative Space in Modern Art Speaks Louder Than Form

Walk into a gallery and pause in front of a work where half the canvas seems untouched. At first glance, you might think the...

Abstract Cityscapes: A Contemporary Urban Art Guide

By the early twentieth century, urban representation fractured dramatically. With Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, the city was broken into planes, angles, and intersecting geometries. Today, abstract cityscapes stand at a compelling intersection of history and immediacy.

Why Indian Art Collectors Are Moving Beyond Paintings to Mixed-Media Works

For decades, paintings held centre stage in Indian art collections. Oils, acrylics, watercolours and miniatures formed the backbone of personal and institutional collections alike....

Exploring Temple Paintings in India on Mojarto

Temples are significant in Hindu iconography, embodying profound symbolism that transcends mere architectural beauty. Incidentally, they have also been a popular subject in paintings throughout history. Mojarto beckons art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the masterful brushstrokes of artists whose works transcend borders and intricately bind them to the very soul of places these temples are built on— a realm steeped in cultural profundity and elegance.

Art on the Move: Portable Mini-Paintings & Small-Scale Works for Urban Homes

There’s something magical about standing before a large painting that sweeps you in with a sense of colour and movement. But in a busy...

When Animals Become Art: Celebrating Indian Wildlife on Canvas

There is something unforgettable about watching an artist bring an animal to life on canvas. A single brushstroke can capture the alertness in a...

Buy Serigraph Prints Online: Limited Edition on Mojarto

By P Abigail Sadhana Rao Serigraph prints, also known as silkscreen prints, occupy a unique position within the world of fine art. They combine...