Shrine Empire is showcasing 'It Was Never Concrete', a solo exhibition of Ayesha Singh, curated by Anushka Rajendran from 22nd August to 22nd September 2019. The exhibition, ‘It was never concrete’ presents new works by Delhi based artist Ayesha Singh in response to the city of Delhi, where the artist currently lives and works. The series of works on view explore how the specific social, political and historical context of the city manifests in its architecture.
An artist must possess Nature. He must identify himself with her rhythm, by efforts that will prepare the mastery which will later enable him to express himself in his language.
Women have obtained a predominant place in art in India, not as artists, but as themes and symbols. Women in the art are seen as grace, elegance, divinity, and curvaceous themes.
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.
December art festivals in India offer a rare opportunity to experience the country’s creative energy at its most vibrant. From Kerala’s coastal charm to...
When Cornelia Parker was made ‘Election Artist’ by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art in 2017 it came as a surprise to many ordinary Britons who didn’t know such a post actually existed. The British General Election that year itself was extraordinary because it was a snap poll called by Prime Minister Theresa May three years ahead of schedule.
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.
Modern artists often experiment with abstraction, exaggeration, or unconventional materials to challenge traditional representations, infusing flowers with a fresh, contemporary voice in the ongoing artistic dialogue. Sunflowers, with their striking golden hues and remarkable heliotropic behaviour—turning their faces towards the sun—captured the imagination of painters. Let us delve into a sun-flowery exploration of artworks by artists on Mojarto.Â
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
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.
