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Contemporary Indian Landscape Paintings That Capture Nature’s Soul

There is something deeply familiar about an Indian landscape. It could be the glow of early morning light over the ghats, the quiet rhythm...

A Garden of Expression: Celebrating World Art Day

On April 15, 2024, World Art Day, we gather under the banner of "A Garden of Expression: Cultivating Community through Art." This theme encapsulates the essence of creativity's transformative power. At Mojarto, we believe that art has the power to inspire, uplift, and transform lives. Embark on a journey of creativity, expression, and discovery with Mojarto.

Top 5 Famous Folk Artists And Examples Of Their Folk Art

The Indian folk painting tradition is as old and diverse as the country itself.  Folk and tribal arts are a rich legacy which are passed on from one generation to another, and continue as part of our cultural identity.

EP- 9: Haridwar Mural Project | The Goddess Ganga As A Young Girl

Rajvardhan Kadam's unconventional depiction of Ganga on Chandi Ghat in Haridwar holds a symbolism much beyond its representation.

Exhibition Alert : Navigating Geometries at Tarq Gallery

The show ‘Navigating Geometries held virtually by the TARQ gallery from the 14th of May onwards,  is apt to our current reality as we face the lack of any structure within our lives and observe an emergence of shapes within our surroundings. What we imagine as home has become abstracted because we have observed enough of our spaces to reflect them in our minds in a geometric language. The same is seen here as the artists abstract their thoughts and their immediate reflections to create an echo of the space through structured inversions. 

3 Tips To Buy Art For Novice Art Collectors

Let's buy art today! But how? Which one to buy?

From Impasto to Gouache: Unveiling 5 Art Techniques Beyond the Norm

The world of art is a boundless and exhilarating realm where creativity knows no bounds. These distinctive art techniques - Impasto, Dry Brushing, Pouring, Ink Wash, and Gouache - represent merely a glimpse of the myriad ways you can breathe life into your artistic visions. Each technique carries its own magic, offering artists a palette of tools and methods to express their creativity, tell their stories, and evoke emotions.

EP- 7: Haridwar Mural Project | Pillar Of Light : Lord Mahadev

Unveiling a timeless piece of art by Harshvardhan Kadam from Ink Brush N Me) telling the story of Pillar of Light associated with Lord Shiva at Har Ki Paudi.

EP- 11: Haridwar Mural Project | Bringing The Charm Of Typography In Haridwar

Veteran sign painter, Kafeel brings the charm of hand painted type to Chandi Ghat in Haridwar.  Watch the artist adding a distinguished character to the walls of a water tank with his meticulous typography skills.

Intricately Glazed Beauty: Meenakari Art

The word ‘Meenakari’ is derived from the Persian word 'minoo' which refers to the azure colour of heaven.

Urban India Through an Artist’s Eye: Visual Reflections of Rapidly Changing Cities

There is a certain energy in Indian cities that cannot be captured through statistics alone. You feel it in the rush of traffic, in...

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.

The Quiet Strength of Earth Tones in Modern Indian Paintings

Walk into a room filled with paintings, and your eye will almost always pause at something familiar. Not the loudest canvas or the most...

Top 10 Emerging Contemporary Artists to Discover in India

What makes these emerging artists in India particularly significant is not just their visual language, but their growing presence in galleries, exhibitions, and collector spaces across the country and beyond. As the global spotlight increasingly turns towards contemporary Indian artists, collectors and art enthusiasts are beginning to recognise the value of investing in talent in their nascent years. This curated list of the top ten emerging contemporary artists in India brings together distinctive voices who are shaping the future of Indian contemporary art.

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

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...

Brushstrokes of Emotion: The Rise of Expressive Figurative Paintings in India

In the dynamic world of contemporary Indian art, a powerful trend is gaining momentum — expressive figurative painting. At Mojarto, we believe this movement...

Contemporary Artists Responding to Conflict and Trauma in Times of War

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.

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.