After last month’s special offering which included the release of the first issue of Renaissance Redux, and the launch of Children’s Corner, along with rich content related to appreciation of Indian art and a book review, we are happy to bring another special issue this month. The focus this time is on the Mother as
A Special Issue on the Mother as an Artist Read More »
To truly appreciate the best of Indian Art one can never ignore the spirit, aim and essential motive from which this artistic creation starts.
An Intuitive and Spiritual Eye to Appreciate Indian Art – I Read More »
The author shares a few examples from contemporary painters to illustrate how one can grow in a deeper appreciation of Indian art.
An Intuitive and Spiritual Eye to Appreciate Indian Art – II Read More »
Inspired by Sri Aurobindo’s essay titled National Value of Art, this conversation explored how art and creative expression can be used for refining the vital as well as facilitating healing and growth in an educational context.
A Conversation on Art for Chittashuddhi, Purification of the Heart Read More »
Indian sacred architecture is a self-expression of an ancient spiritual and religious culture. Its true significance is revealed only with an inner study.
Indian Sacred Architecture and the Original Oneness Read More »
Read an overview of some of the ways in which a temple continues to embody and give a new form to the ancient Vedic spirit.
The Vedic Spirit and the Temple Design Read More »
The first part takes the reader on a virtual walk-through of the exterior of Veerabhadra temple, pointing out its architectural and sculptural beauty.
Of Rama, Sita and Veerabhadra: The Grand Temple at Lepakshi – 1 Read More »
After a tour of the splendour that fills the compound of Veerabhadra Temple, part 2 now takes the reader toward the interior of the mandir.
Of Rama, Sita and Veerabhadra: The Grand Temple at Lepakshi – 2 Read More »
A conversation exploring the connection between Indian arts, particularly performing arts, and human psychology in the light of Indian knowledge traditions.
A Conversation on Exploring Human Psychology through NāṭyaŚāstra (Video) Read More »
In the Indian vision, all Art is a medium to express the Ananda, this Eternal Delight through form. An Indian painter or sculptor seeks the pure intensities of delight as he searches for the universal beauty revealed or hidden in all creation. As he seeks perfection in the form that comes through his hand or brush, his inner being experiences a sort of enlightenment through the power of a certain “spiritually aesthetic Ananda”, reminds Sri Aurobindo.
The Way of the Indian Artist Read More »
The author gives a broad overview of what constitutes an ideal artist as per the Indian cultural tradition. The focus is primarily on visual arts.
“Creation is a misnomer; nothing in the world is created” Read More »
India conceived the philosophy of art, early on in the Vedic period itself. The highest vision of the Rishis was at the root of all great art forms in India.
The Spiritual Roots of Art in India Read More »