How Sensory Art Boosts Creativity and Problem-Solving in Kids
Do you remember those days when you were a child, and your biggest worry was whether your drawing of a house had the right number of windows or if your rangoli was symmetrical? Well, we’ve come a long way since then! Today, kids are not just drawing within the lines—they’re thinking outside the box (and […]
10 Timeless Styles of Indian Flowers in Art You Must Explore
Find the evolving floral motifs in India along with kalamkari floral designs & folk floral art.
Indian Iconic Artist Who Stirred Controversy with His Bold Paintings of Sensuous Women
What is art beyond aesthetics? Is it challenged by conservatives in society? Find out with this engaging read!
Epic Tales on Canvas: Exploring Famous Mahabharata Paintings by Indian Artists
“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” – Thomas Merton The Mahabharata, one of India’s greatest epics, has always been an inspiration for artists and creators with its profound and intriguing narratives. Artists of all ages have drawn heavily from the stories of these monumental tales of India, translating […]
Was Amar Chitra Katha Influenced by the Aesthetics of this Famous Indian Painter?
Raja Ravi Varma, the progenitor of Indian Popular Art, made calendar art very famous among people living all across India. Paintings that were previously limited to the elite classes were now made accessible to various caste hierarchies. Besides, Raja Ravi Varma also ignited the fervor of nationalism in India. His influence was felt beyond time, […]
Stories in Stone: In search of the Symbolism Behind the Erotic Sculptures at Khajuraho and Konark Temples
“Language of Man is defeated by the language of stone.” – Rabindranath Tagore If you ever wish to explore the soul of India’s history whispering through the stone sculptures at Khajuraho and Konark temples, you have to listen to the tales of a bygone era, of a time when the Chandela dynasty ruled India from […]
Why was Raja Ravi Varma Criticised for Popularising Oleographies or Calendar Art?
If calendar art challenged the caste hierarchies of Indian society, then why did it reinforce patriarchy? Explore calendar art in detail!
Raja Ravi Varma’s Iconic Paintings of Indian Deities Perfect for Your Puja Room
Beautiful and divine – Explore iconic paintings by the pioneer of Indian modernism, Raja Ravi Varma!
From Swallowing Sunsets to Levitating Grooms: Explore Bizarre Photography Trends in India!
Have you ever caught your own reflection in a puddle, looking like a monster or a primate, or ever tried any pose wearing outlandish costumes? Or have you ever captured creative headshots, like a spoon balancing on your pet’s head? Through creative photography stunts, you can capture these unpredictable acts or funny moments, beyond just […]
Glow of Hope: Iconic Chiaroscuro Painting of India Completed in Just Three Days
Glow of Hope – a masterpiece that became immortal with time, can be mistaken twice, either as a work of Raja Ravi Varma or an oil painting. The impermanence of this Indian art can only be felt and not defined in words. However, these two seemingly real assumptions only baffle visitors when they discover their […]