Watch the recording of a conversation which explores the contemporary relevance of Natyashastra, a foundational text of Indian Aesthetic tradition.
A Conversation on Nāṭyaśāstra & Contemporary Indian Society (Video) Read More »
From painting to poetry, from traditional to digital, from past to the future, like a rich Phulkari find in this issue a rich tapestry of creative expression.
Of Silken Threads that Bind Life and Art Read More »
With selected poems as examples, the author describes Sri Aurobindo’s aesthetics, its principle, process, purpose, and philosophy.
Sri Aurobindo and Indian Aesthetics – Part 3 (with 3 videos) Read More »
When art, beauty, silence, strength, wisdom and love come together, India’s soul is revealed. The author weaves together some reflections from his experience at Angkor Wat and Auroville.
Whispers Among Ruins: Angkor, Bhārata Shakti, and the Future She Beckons Read More »
Read here a brief account of Yantras and Mandalas, the artistic expressions often grouped as ‘Sacred Geometry’ that are inspired by the Tantric philosophy.
Tantric Art as Visual Metaphysics Read More »
In this part, Sri Aurobindo highlights the essential spirit and motive of Indian painting which is identical with the inspiring vision of Indian sculpture.
The Art of Painting in India – 2 Read More »
The author writes: “According to the Indian philosophy of worship, with which are closely allied the origins of art, the ishta devatā or chosen form of deity is but one’s own ideal self, svarupa.”
Sri Aurobindo and Indian Aesthetics – Part 2 (Video) Read More »
Sri Aurobindo has not merely theorised about the deeply subjective and spiritual tradition of Indian aesthetics, but through his spiritual poetry he has actually renewed this sanatana tradition and made it a living truth for the modern sensibility.
Sri Aurobindo and Indian Aesthetics – Part 1 Read More »
In Part 1 of this overview on history of Art in India, the author emphasised the ‘sacred’ and the ‘spiritual’ foundation of all artistic creation in India. He focused on the sculptural art in India. This part gives a brief history of Indian painting.
Art in India: A Quick Historical Look – 2 Read More »
In this concluding part, the author through the use of two examples – Nataraja and Seated Buddha – explains the deeper purpose behind the continuity of an artistic tradition that expresses the highest ideal valued by Indian culture.
The Aims of Indian Art – Part 5 Read More »