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Stone art

Indian Stone Art: The Art of the Chisel – A Complete Introduction

Riya Aug 23, 2026 13 min read

Hello folks! Have you ever looked at a temple wall and wondered how those gods and goddesses seem to come alive in stone? Or thought about the hands that spent months chiseling every single detail? Welcome to the world of…

A Guide to the Major Schools of Indian Temple Architecture (Nagara, Dravida, Vesara and Many More)

A Guide to the Major Schools of Indian Temple Architecture (Nagara, Dravida, Vesara and Many More)

Riya Jul 24, 2026 15 min read

Hello folks! Have you ever looked at a Hindu temple and wondered why it looks so different from another temple just a few hundred kilometers away? Why do some have towering, curved spires while others have pyramid-like structures with intricate…

Phulkari Art of Punjab

Phulkari Art from Punjab

Riya Oct 30, 2025 12 min read

Hello dear readers! 🌸 Today, let’s take a joyful trip to the heart of Punjab, where every stitch tells a story-  the story of Phulkari, the art that literally means “flower work.” Bursting with color, warmth, and tradition, Phulkari isn’t…

artist in visual arts

The Role of the Artist in Visual Arts: Tradition Meets Modernity

Nidhi Gupta Jan 12, 2025 14 min read

What Defines an Artist in Visual Arts? An artist in visual arts is both a mirror and a prism. They hold up reflections of the world, sharp and unforgiving, and then fracture them into something new. The term encompasses painters,…

The Statues of Gomateshwara: Monolithic Sculptures of Jainism

The Statues of Gomateshwara: Monolithic Sculptures of Jainism

Riya Feb 24, 2025 11 min read

Imagine meditating for so long that vines start growing around your body, birds make a nest on your head, and people mistake you for a tree. Sounds extreme? Well, that’s exactly what happened to Bahubali, the legendary figure of Jainism.…

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Toda Embroidery from the Nilgiris

Toda Embroidery from the Nilgiris: Tribal Stitches in Global Luxury Brands

Riya Aug 11, 2025 19 min read

Hey there, fashion explorers! Ever heard of Toda embroidery from the Nilgiris? If not, get ready to meet the diva of the handcraft world – bold, elegant, and with just the right amount of drama stitched in. This isn’t your…

sanchi stupa

The Magnificent Sanchi Stupa: Buddhist Art in Stone

Tanuja Mourya Feb 4, 2025 10 min read

Did you know the Sanchi Stupa in the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India is the oldest stone structure in the country dating back to over 2,300 years ago? The…

Nude Indian Paintings: Exploring the Art, Symbolism, and Controversy of Nude Art in India 

Nude Indian Paintings: Exploring the Art, Symbolism, and Controversy of Nude Art in India 

Riya May 4, 2026 11 min read

Look, let’s just say it straight. Nude art in India makes people uncomfortable. You show someone a centuries-old temple carving; they call it culture. You show a modern painting of…

Chitera Wall Paintings

Chitera Wall Paintings – Haryana

Riya Dec 30, 2025 9 min read

Hello folks!, ever noticed how some walls don’t just stand there, but speak? Welcome to the vibrant world of Chitera Wall Paintings of Haryana, where everyday homes turn into storytelling…

The Charm of Tharu Art from Uttar Pradesh

The Charm of Tharu Art from Uttar Pradesh

Riya Jan 22, 2025 12 min read

Hello! Namaste! And Welcome, my amazing readers!! Tharu Folk Art is a masterpiece of the soul and culture of India but togetherness in pure folk art from Uttar Pradesh.  In…