Decorating their homes is one of the most important routines in the domestic households of the country. People decorate their homes with rangolis, kolams or mango leaves strung together.
Celebrated Mexican Street Artist Senkoe’s passion for colours has brought him to the city of Haridwar, to paint a massive mural on the floors of newly constructed Chandi Ghat. Hear him speak about his inspirations and his work in India.
Here are a few artworks and reasons to create that cosy spot in our homes, where we can have the right “us” time. Creating a nurturing and calming environment helps relax and de-stress from the chaos of the outer world.
Sarah Winchester, wife of William Wirt Winchester who popularized the ‘repeating rifle’, built a sprawling mansion with no blueprint, in order to escape the ghosts of her past.
To date, it remains one of the outstanding factors how a single colour manages to bring out a variety of emotions and thousands of spectacular tales. Red represents anger and sometimes romance; Blue is sad and deep and Yellow as we know creates warmth and joy.
There was a time when we used to look at family albums and relive the days gone by. How people looked when they were younger. Family photos had triggers that could take you back in time. That they were printed on paper added a certain preciousness to them.
Floral motifs have been an intrinsic part of Indian paintings, carrying profound cultural, symbolic, and aesthetic significance. From the exquisite floral patterns of Mughal...
Every week Mojarto is filled with new artists and artworks. This means Mojarto is fresh and anew every day with newer perspectives, ideas and portrayal.
Indian Art Beyond Trends: What Makes an Artwork Timeless
In every generation, certain artworks capture attention for a moment while others quietly build a legacy...
In the dynamic world of contemporary Indian art, a powerful trend is gaining momentum — expressive figurative painting. At Mojarto, we believe this movement...
In times of conflict, art becomes more than expression. It becomes reflection. This essay explores how contemporary artists respond to war, trauma, and political tension, revealing the psychological impact of conflict and the role of art in helping society pause, question, and think critically.
The global art world comes alive through international art fairs that bring together artists, galleries, collectors, and art enthusiasts from across continents. An international...
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...
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.
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.
For decades, paintings held centre stage in Indian art collections. Oils, acrylics, watercolours and miniatures formed the backbone of personal and institutional collections alike....
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.
