All is Not Lost 20:20:20 at the Sakshi Gallery in Mumbai is a valiant response to the worldwide crisis where 20 artists survive and try to forge their way forward.In the carefully curated show at the Sakshi Gallery in Mumbai, that is on display till the 28th of November, curator Saloni Doshi brings together an intricate exposition of works interconnected.
Artists recognized the bicycle as a symbol of progress and societal change, depicting it in various ways. Paintings like Federico Zandomeneghi's "Meeting on a Bicycle" and Choquet Christian's "Tour de France année 2003" captured the joy, freedom, and excitement associated with cycling.
Indian artists on Mojarto have also embraced bicycle as a subject that transcends mere representation. Through their paintings and illustrations, they celebrate the advent of this revolutionary invention and the impact it had on society. Let's explore these “wheels of creativity” and the relationship they share with all of humankind.
Every Indian’s childhood is marked with certain notions which are relatable in every aspect and one among those is the myths and old folk tales. Artist Basuki Dasgupta takes these folk tales, along with his precious childhood memories, and adds a modern touch to them in his artwork.
The history of the colour red has been covered many times over – but little has been said on its artistic uses and more modern pigment history. ooking at the colour red is an intense, bold and beautiful experience. When used correctly – the effect is mesmerising and almost, historic. Flags, paint pigments and even revolutions are not bereft of this powerful colour.
One fine day (not so fine), the world woke up to a malicious nightmare of our lifetimes. Lockdown like never before hit us very hard. This lockdown affected almost every one of us indiscriminately.
Indian consumers are ravenous for fine art. Roughly 62% of art galleries in India reported a massive increase in their sales, according to ArtTactic. If you’ve purchased fine art for your home, it is smart to know how you can properly store, display, and protect it. So how can you suitably safeguard your art in your home and maintain its sparkling condition for years to come?
The right sculpture for home decor should fit your personal taste while enhancing the surrounding environment. A very large metal or wooden sculpture may look out of place in a small room lacking sufficient floor space. Likewise, an abstract sculpture for home decor with a modern aesthetic may appear unnatural in an otherwise traditionally decorated room, unless your purpose is to deliberately juxtapose older and newer styles.
We belong to a society that loves vibrancy and colours. Similar to its people and place, Indian art and design are also popular for their vibrant hues and striking patterns.
Let’s delve into the works of five masterful photographers on Mojarto, whose lenses have captured the essence of life in all its profound beauty, complexity, and impermanence.
India’s art landscape is vast, colourful, and often dominated by familiar names and mainstream forms. Yet, tucked away in villages, hills, and tribal settlements...
Few cities have inspired artists as deeply as Banaras. Explore how contemporary and traditional artists interpret its iconic ghats, spiritual atmosphere, and timeless beauty through exceptional Banaras paintings on Mojarto.
From understanding artists and mediums to discovering emotional connection and spatial harmony, this guide explores ten thoughtful things every collector should know before purchasing contemporary Indian art.
The Indian art market is moving through an interesting phase. A decade ago, conversations revolved around big names, blue-chip auctions, and singular masterpieces. Today,...
by P Abigail Sadhana Rao
Some art forms survive trends. Others survive generations.
Indian folk art has done both.
Long before the contemporary art market began...
In Indian art, a line is never just a boundary. It breathes, pauses, trembles, accelerates, and sometimes even resists control. Across centuries of visual...
This Mother’s Day, discover contemporary artworks that celebrate the tenderness, strength, and emotional presence of mothers through intimate portraits of care, memory, protection, and connection. Thoughtful and deeply personal, they make meaningful gifts that honour the women who shaped our earliest understanding of love, comfort, and belonging.
