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The Evolution of Graffiti in India: From Walls to Galleries
The Evolution of Graffiti in India: From Walls to Galleries
The Statues of Gomateshwara: Monolithic Sculptures of Jainism
The Statues of Gomateshwara: Monolithic Sculptures of Jainism
Chamba Rumals: Embroidered Narratives of Himachal Pradesh
Chamba Rumals: Embroidered Narratives of Himachal Pradesh
Art in Ancient Indian Manuscripts: Progressive Illustrations in Ayurveda
Art in Ancient Indian Manuscripts: Progressive Illustrations in Ayurveda
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Chikankari vs. Kantha Embroidery: A Tale of Two Traditions.

Chikankari vs. Kantha Embroidery: A Tale of Two Traditions.

Khushi MullaFeb 3, 202511 min read

Traditional Indian embroidery styles incorporate different forms of craftsmanship, such as Zardosi, Zari, Chikankari, Kantha, Phulkari, and many more! Let us talk about two renowned embroidery works: Chikankari and Kantha embroidery. Chikankari and Kantha are both traditional hand-stitched embroidery styles…

Phad Painting

Phad Painting in Fashion: Rajasthan’s Story Scrolls on Jackets and Bags

Rachna TimalsenaAug 10, 202520 min read

Welcome to a world where old stories don’t just stay in books or temples, they walk around with you! Phad painting, a 700-year-old art from Rajasthan, once told tales of…

Sanjhi Art from Mathura

Sanjhi Art from Mathura: The Delicate Paper Craft Finding New Life in Weddings

Rachna TimalsenaJul 30, 202518 min read

Welcome to the World of Sanjhi Art—Where Scissors Meet Spirituality (and Now, Shaadis Too!) Ever heard of Sanjhi Art? No, it’s not the name of a trendy new café in…

artist in visual arts

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

Nidhi GuptaJan 12, 202514 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…

Free Sky Breath Meditation: Unveiling the Spiritual Connection to Traditional Indian Art

Free Sky Breath Meditation: Unveiling the Spiritual Connection to Traditional Indian Art

Nidhi GuptaJan 7, 202517 min read

What is Free Sky Breath Meditation? Free Sky Breath Meditation is more than a technique; it is a return to something ancient, a surrender to the natural flow of breath,…