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Seeds Are Being Sown: Shrine Empire

A review of the exhibition ‘Seeds are Being Shown’ that is on display at the Shrine Empire Gallery in New Delhi till October 24, 2020. Shrine Empire Gallery, in New Delhi, opened its doors for Seeds are Being Sown, an exhibition curated by Prameya Art Foundation’s Art Scribes awardee Shaunak Mahbubani; this is also one of the first physical exhibitions in the capital since the pandemic. 

EP-4: Haridwar Mural Project | Mexican Artist Paints A 100 Ft Turtle at Chandi Ghat

handi Ghat in Haridwar is now home to a 100 ft turtle painted by celebrated Mexican artist Senkoe. The massive mural signifies how the cleaning of Ganga and the Ghats is bringing back wildlife to the ghats. 

An account on Kalighat Paintings And Its Maestro Proponent, Jamini Roy

Bengal and art share a unique kind of relationship. Many art forms and schools of art have flourished in and around Bengal.

Rooted In Motion

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

Perfect Artworks To Enhance The Beauty Of A Study Room

Decorate your study room with natural elements and images as these biophilic elements bring a natural calmness that makes a space refreshing and increases productivity.

A Husain-Shaped Mirage In The Desert

THERE IS NO OTHER INDIAN ARTIST whose work has branched out in so many different directions as has M.F Husain’s. If artists were trees, Husain would be the Banyan that grows and grows till it becomes its own forest, its own eco-system with roots and trunks indistinguishable from each other.

Indian Street Paintings: Quite Stories We Often Overlook

Explore Indian street paintings that capture the quiet rhythms of everyday life, where vendors, fleeting moments, and lived experiences come into focus. These works by contemporary Indian artists reveal what often goes unnoticed, transforming ordinary scenes into lasting visual narratives. Rooted in memory and movement, each piece reflects a deeper connection to the spaces and people that shape daily life.

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. 

Layered Meanings: How Texture Is Becoming the Soul of Indian Canvas Art

When you step into a space and feel drawn to a painting not just by its colour, but by its surface, its depth, the...

Murals & Large-Scale Art: Bringing Statement Pieces into Indian Homes and Offices

Nowadays, people have found ways to decorate their walls instead of just painting them, be it their residential walls or office rooms. Walls are...

Beyond the Frame: How Indian Canvas Artists Are Redefining Storytelling

There is a quiet shift happening across studios, galleries, and online art platforms in India. It is not loud or theatrical, yet it is...

Kalighat Paintings: Themes, Social Satire and Colonial Bengal

A fashionable Bengali gentleman sits on a Victorian chair. His hair follows a European style, his shoes have buckles, and a hookah rests elegantly...

Exploring The Joy Of Friendship Through Artworks on Mojarto

While Friendship Day is officially celebrated on a specific day each year, the idea of celebrating friendship isn't limited to just that one day. To celebrate the spirit of friendship, lets us delve into the world of friendship-themed art while exploring the nuances of the magic of companionship.

Emerging Artists: When Is the Right Time to Buy?

There is a special excitement in discovering emerging artists before their name becomes widely recognised. You notice a painting, pause longer than expected, and...

Weaving Indian Mythology and Modernity: 10 Things to Know About Anupam Pal

Discover how artist Anupam Pal blends Indian mythology, modern abstraction, and glowing acrylic textures. Very few artists bridge the gap between ancient cultural heritage and modern abstract expressionism quite like Pal. 

The Role of Margins, Borders, and White Space in Art Presentation

A buyer may fall in love with an artwork because of colour, subject, emotion or memory. But before that connection forms, something quieter happens....

From Studio to Spotlight: How Indian Artists Build Identity Through Signature Styles

Walk into any serious art conversation today, and one question quietly sits at the centre of it all. What makes this artist unmistakably themselves? In...

Painting the Inner Scream: How Expressionism Shattered the Rules of Art

By P Abigail Sadhana Rao "I do not paint what I see, but what I saw in my mind. Nature is not only all...

The Quiet Power of Subtle Colour Palettes in Contemporary Indian Art

In an age where visual culture is often dominated by bold contrasts and immediate impact, many artists in India are turning towards restraint. Subtle...

Frida Kahlo Reimagined By Contemporary Indian Artists

Frida Kahlo lives on in Indian art, reimagined through patachitra, Kalighat, and contemporary canvases. These works celebrate her resilience, symbolism, and timeless defiance.