In a world saturated with high-definition images and digital filters, artists are challenging reality not with cameras, but with pencils. Welcome to Hyperrealism 2.0, a powerful revival of lifelike drawing where the human hand competes with the lens of a camera—and often wins. Unlike...
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Kerala’s art is inseparable from its environment, with bamboo, coconut, and coir serving as raw materials for an extraordinary range of eco-friendly crafts. These natural resources have shaped centuries of artisan traditions, blending sustainability with beauty. Bamboo, abundant in Kerala’s...
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Kerala’s rich artistic heritage is blossoming anew through a dynamic group of contemporary visual artists who blend tradition with innovation. These emerging talents—from painters and sculptors to digital and installation artists—are redefining what it means to create art in God’s Own...
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Kerala’s handloom weaving traditions are a vibrant tapestry woven with stories of folklore, nature, and everyday life. Central to this legacy is the iconic Kasavu saree—a simple yet elegant white or off-white fabric bordered with shimmering gold threads. This timeless fabric has adorned...
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In the serene village of Aranmula in Kerala, a centuries-old craft shines with unmatched brilliance—the Aranmula Kannadi, a unique metal mirror that reflects not just images, but rich tradition and artistry. Unlike glass mirrors, this extraordinary artifact is hand-forged using an ancient...
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In the sacred groves and open courtyards of North Kerala, a stunning transformation takes place—one that fuses myth, movement, and mysticism. This is Theyyam, a ritual performance that is not merely watched, but witnessed, as ordinary men become living gods. With firelit nights, trance-like...
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Step into the sacred interiors of Kerala’s ancient temples, and you’ll discover more than devotion—you’ll witness a stunning blend of spirituality and artistry. Kerala’s temple murals, painted directly onto walls with natural pigments, are not just decorative—they are sacred stories rendered in...
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Few art forms blend storytelling, visual art, and theatrical mastery quite like Kathakali, Kerala’s classical dance-drama that unfolds like a living painting. With its origins dating back over 400 years, Kathakali is more than a performance—it’s a visual epic where colour, expression, and...
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In the quiet elegance of Kolkata’s Alipore Museum, an extraordinary retrospective exhibition titled “Flower of Fire” casts a glowing spotlight on the brilliant legacy of Gopal Ghose—one of India’s most lyrical and expressive modern artists. This immersive show, open to the public from January...
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Kolkata’s Emami Art is currently abuzz with creative energy as it hosts IMAGINARIUM 5.0, the fifth edition of its much-anticipated All India Open Call exhibition. Running through June 8, 2025, this large-scale showcase transforms the gallery into a vivid, thought-provoking landscape of emerging...
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