Methods of portrait drawing
Portrait drawing is a wonderful skill that every artist wants to learn. Faces express ones physical and psychological state, facial features are windows into the life of a person, and to capture likeness, mood and expression requires precision, skill, and a deep understanding of human anatomy. Among the various techniques employed by artists for portrait […]
Ganesh Pyne: The Dark Surrealist
Ganesh Pyne, a luminary of the Indian art scene, stands as a visionary whose work transcends the confines of traditional artistic expression. Born on June 11, 1937, in Kolkata, West Bengal, Ganesh Pyne is known for his dark imagery and exploration of death. Pyne was unusually interested and particularly drawn towards the skeletal remains of […]
Calligraffiti: A blend of Tradition and Urban Expression
Islamic Calligraphy Calligraphy is an intricate form of fine arts involving design and execution of letters. In Islam the art of calligraphy is revered and its practice is widely appreciated. Islamic calligraphy can be described as the art of lettering in Arabic or the languages which use Arabic alphabet or the alphabets, including, Persian, Ottoman, […]
