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Indian Food Paintings: A Visual Treat

From the Rogan josh of Kashmir to the banana chips of Tamil Nadu, Indian food is a vibrant mosaic of regional cuisines, with each reflecting its people’s rich heritage. Food has always held a special place in Indian culture;  intertwined with traditions, rituals, and daily life. With a history as rich as its curries, India’s

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What To Keep In Mind While Switching To New Art Mediums

Introduction To Art Mediums Anything can be used to create art. You may have seen artwork made from trash, household items, leaves, and other unconventional materials. Art mediums are, simply put, the materials that you use to create art. Art mediums vary in shape, size, consistency, and colour and can be two-dimensional or three-dimensional. The

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National-level Art Competitions You Should Participate in Now!

Participating in art competitions is the best way to showcase your talent and skills to the wider world. They help you gain confidence and recognition and you get a chance to learn from artists who are better than you. Art competitions are essential for a country like India which has a rich heritage and produced many art geniuses. In this blog, we will look at a handful of national-level competitions you should participate in.

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Evolution of the Chamba School of Pahari Painting

Pahari painting has several schools of art and Chamba is one of them. These schools, in most of their aspects, are similar to one another, and gauging the differences between these schools requires a deep understanding of form and style. Here, we will take you through the changes and fluctuations the Chamba School of Pahari painting has gone through in its evolution. Its distinct traditions predominated its paintings while commingling with styles that came from the outside.

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How To Make Gond Art With Rooftop’s Gond Maestro Course

Attain Mastery Through Maestro Courses How do you learn the authentic techniques of an ancient art form that dates back to the 6th century CE? Obviously, you download the Rooftop app, join a workshop, or better yet, enrol in the Maestro course to learn how to make Gond art. Did you know that the neolithic

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Top 5 Art Trends That Need To Stay

Art Trends: Passing Phases That Leave A Lasting Impact Are trends meant to be fleeting? Or do they leave a lasting impact? Certain art trends may have seemed temporary in the past but played an influential role in the development of ā€˜artā€™ as we know it today. Art trends define the decisions that artists make

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The Usage Of Natural Pigments In TraditionalĀ ArtĀ Forms

A Pioneer In Creating Natural Pigments And Dyes Ancient India was very advanced when it came to the innovative use of natural substances. We were exporters of spices, medicines, and even paint! The practice of using natural pigments such as Indigo to dye cloth continued until the late colonial period. The royal blue indigo, the

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Exploring The Barahmasa Theme In Miniature Paintings

The Barahmasa Theme And The Art Of Storytelling Have you ever marvelled at the details of a Miniature painting and wondered about the story behind it? Indian Miniature paintings are a mesmerising sight to behold. These paintings contain references to a variety of themes. Miniature paintings tell stories through the masterful use of themes. The

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Pattachitra Art’s Therapeutic Benefits

In the hustle and bustle of our fast-paced lives, finding moments of tranquillity has become a luxury. Youā€™re constantly bombarded with screens, notifications, and the demands of modern living. It’s no wonder that we seek solace in activities that allow us to disconnect and unwind. One such activity that has gained immense popularity among artists

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