Like a Phoenix rising from its ashes stronger and brighter every time, the Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris continues to inspire awe; even after 800 years. Notre-Dame was built on a tradition of dismantling, fires and resurgence. But the question remains: would the modern designers pay ode to one of the past facades or would they find a 21st century interpretation for the medieval gothic?Â
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!
Natural elements have been the centre of rituals, traditions and social behaviours through time and space. One of them, being water, has been the locus of civilizations and the metaphor for a range of things- from persistence to adaptability to time itself. Rivers have become sacred and the ocean waves as a source of tranquillity. While all of that paints a calm picture, we are not unaware of the damage a stream of water can do; despite all that, it remains to be the core of human actions.Â
‘Fragmented Life’, the online exhibition organised by Emami Art, that is on view till August 31, paints a picture of privilege as it unpacks the turmoil faced by migrant workers in pandemic.
Figurative art as you all know is a type of art that includes artworks, paintings that have connections with the real world. Artworks belonging to this genre would most probably have a whole lot of references to characters or images from the living space of the world and these paintings would mostly be presentations of human figures and sometimes about animals. A large number of figurative artworks and paintings would deal with the spectacular representation of nature such as the landscapes and seascapes which includes the scenic view of mountains, valleys and oceans.
India’s culture truly reflects its rich, cultural and natural heritage, which are a testimony to its invaluable treasures. The cultural sites are a repository of archetypal diversity and artistic excellence.
There’s something so magical about sunsets. You watch the sun go down, see those beautiful colours in the sky, clouds moving about, it’s a wonderful sight. It’s powerful enough to stop you from whatever that you’re doing, just to watch the colours dancing over you. It’s almost like love at first sight; you just fall in love once you look at it. There is nothing that you would want to change about it. What is fascinating is that, for us humans, a simple act of the sun going down seems so magical. It’s simply nature. We’re all so caught up with our lives that we forget to appreciate the little things that make us happy.
For the city-weary urban eye, unhurried village life can be quite unsettling at first. However, one would soon get used to the gentle pace. Here is a showcase of some beautiful vignettes from rural life.
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.
There was a time when bold palettes and bursts of colour dominated the art scene. Artists reached for vibrancy, collectors looked for saturation, and...
